Ethnic Groups--Europe, Southern

Folklore Archive: Studies and Research Projects Records

drice — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 14:26:58 -0500

The Folklore Archive, established in 1939, contains the oldest and largest record of urban folk traditions in the United States. To document these traditions, Wayne State University students conducted field research projects covering a broad range of topics. The archive is strong in modern industrial and occupational folklore, reflecting the rich ethnic diversity and work-oriented heritage of Detroit and southeastern Michigan. The Folklore Archive: Studies and Research Projects Records contain transcripts and research studies related to Greek-American family life, Southern upland migrant folk culture, traditional medical beliefs and American folk music.

(4949) Ethnic Groups, IWW Members, Italians, Undated

eclemens — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 14:21:05 -0400

Men identified as "Italian members of the IWW" pose for a photograph outside of the Italian Royal Gardens Restaurant.

(28286) Ethnic Communities, Italian, Merchants, Detroit

eclemens — Fri, 18 May 2012 15:41:10 -0400

(28287) Ethnic Communities, Italian, Detroit, 1910s

eclemens — Fri, 18 May 2012 15:43:36 -0400

An unidentified man poses for a portrait by a Detroit News photographer.
Part of a series showcasing “Ethnic Types.”

(28288) Ethnic Communities, Italian, Detroit, 1910s

eclemens — Fri, 18 May 2012 15:45:00 -0400

(28289) Ethnic Communities, Italian, Detroit, 1910s

eclemens — Fri, 18 May 2012 15:46:19 -0400

Two Italian women stand outside of a building as a small child plays on the front stoop.
Part of a series showcasing “Ethnic Types.”

(28290) Ethnic Communities, Italian, Detroit, Musicians, 1939

eclemens — Fri, 18 May 2012 15:51:35 -0400

Singers Josephine and Laura Carluccio, of 12695 McDougall Street, prepare for a performance at the Northwestern YMCA.

(28291) Ethnic Communities, Italian, Detroit, 1935

eclemens — Fri, 18 May 2012 15:49:35 -0400

Italian-American youths pose for a picture upon their return from a trip to Italy. At center is Cav. Enrico G. Belcredi of the Italian Consul at Detroit.

(28928) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Customs, 1939

eclemens — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 11:13:19 -0400

A group of men play backgammon in a local cafe. Part of a series on Detroit's Greek Community.

Caption reads: "Back-gammon is far and away the most popular game. A dozen games are always going on with plenty of kibitzers standing about. When "champs" meet the excitement soars to feverish heights."

(28929) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Customs, 1939

eclemens — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 11:18:26 -0400

A man pours coffee in a local cafe. Part of a series on Detroit's Greek Community.

Caption reads: "Here is the "bar." Coffee is the popular beverage but one also rents water pipes or hookahs, some for individual smokers, some for as many as six. The tobacco is very strong and does not appeal to American taste."

(28930) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Customs, 1939

eclemens — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 11:21:59 -0400

A group of men play dominoes in a local cafe. Part of a series on Detroit's Greek Community.

Caption reads: "Domino games are almost as popular as backgammon. The bottles contain orange juice. Alcoholic drinks are not part of the coffee-house menu. The games are played slowly, thoughtfully and with caution."

(28932) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Customs, 1939

eclemens — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 11:33:00 -0400

A woman belly-dances while musicians play for an audience in a local cafe. Part of a series on Detroit's Greek Community.

Caption reads: "Once moralists threw up their hands at the "hootchie" but one can see much "hotter" dances at almost any high priced revue. The little lady wears enough clothes to garb a whole modern chorus."

(28934) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Businesses, Customs, 1941

eclemens — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 11:40:24 -0400

A group of men read newspapers and smoke water-pipes in a local cafe. Part of a feature on Detroit's Greek Community.

Caption reads: "The Greek coffee shop is the club of the male members of the Greek community. Here one of their number reads aloud the latest war news as the hubble-bubbles smoke and the little cups of black coffee are served."

(28935) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Religion, Customs, 1941

eclemens — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 13:09:31 -0400

Two Greek Orthodox priests, Frs. Papavasilian and Dougerakir, stand on the steps of the Church of Annunciation and bless a banner that will lead a local fundraising campaign Greeks in need. Frank Sarros holds the banner. Part of a series on Detroit's Greek Community.

(28936) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Businesses, Customs, 1941

eclemens — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 13:41:11 -0400

A group of men lay out a battle plan for future warfare with matchsticks and sugar cubes in a local cafe. Part of a series on Detroit's Greek Community.

Caption reads: " Sugar cubes and matches serve as battle lines and tactics are the object of argument. Note the tiny Greek flag in the matchbox behind the "Greek lines," another scene in a Eshek coffee shop in Detroit."

(28938) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Businesses, 1941

eclemens — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 21:00:22 -0400

A young pressman checks over the latest edition of "The Detroit Athens." Part of a feature that examined Detroit's Greek Community.

Caption reads: "Even the printers of Detroit's Greek newspapers find thrills as their editions roll off news of Greek victory."

(28939) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Religion, Customs, 1946

eclemens — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 21:03:36 -0400

Fr. Matheos Papavasiliou leads a procession during an Easter celebration.

(28941) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Customs, 1948

eclemens — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 09:07:15 -0400

Entertainers at the Greek Pan Messinian Federation Dance.

(28943) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Politics, 1956

eclemens — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 09:10:54 -0400

Members of Detroit's Greek community hold up telegrams that denounce the British banishment of Cypriot Abj. Makarios.

(28944) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Politics, 1975

eclemens — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 09:15:02 -0400

Members of Detroit's Greek community, dressed in traditional costume, attend a demonstration in Kennedy Square.

(28945) Ethnic Communities, Greek, Celebrations, 1987

eclemens — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 09:19:31 -0400

Photographer's caption reads: "Quanzell McPherson gazes at one of Greece's Evzones, elite members of the Greek Presidential Guard who were in Detroit to help celebrate Greek Independence Day. Evzones, famed for their bravery and defiance of invaders, danced on Monroe Street in Greektown as part of the day's festivities. March 25th marks the 166th anniversary of the Greek revolution, which freed Greece from domination of the Ottoman Empire."

(30672) Streetscapes, Neighborhoods, Greektown, Detroit, 1966

eclemens — Thu, 07 Nov 2013 15:57:38 -0500

A view of Greektown, along Monroe Ave, in downtown Detroit. Stemma Confectionary, Athens Books and Music, Open Kitchen Red Hots, Grecian Gardens, St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Athens Bar are all in view.

(30673) Businesses, Greektown, Detroit, 1966

eclemens — Thu, 07 Nov 2013 15:57:38 -0500

Exterior view of Olympic Signs / Olympic Electric Co. in downtown Detroit.

(30685) Streetscapes, Businesses, Greektown, Detroit, 1966

eclemens — Thu, 07 Nov 2013 15:57:38 -0500

A view of Monroe Street in Detroit’s Greektown neighborhood. Numerous businesses are in view, including: Stemma Confectionery & Oriental Pastries, Athens Books & Music, Eagle Printing Co./Detroit Athens Greek Weekly (newspaper), Red Hots Restaurant, Grecian Gardens, and the Laikon Cafe.

(30686) Streetscapes, Businesses, Greektown, Detroit, 1966

eclemens — Thu, 07 Nov 2013 15:57:38 -0500

A view of Monroe Street at St. Antoine in Detroit’s Greektown neighborhood. Numerous businesses are in view, including: Hellas Cafe, Laikon Cafe, MOnroe Grocery and Bakery, Detroit Wholesale Grocery Co., Athens Grocery and Bakery, Athens Bar, Grecian Gardens,
and Red Hots Restaurant. At rear the tower of J.L. Hudson’s Department Store is in view.

(79682) Ethnic Communities, Croatian, Detroit, 1958

eclemens — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 10:43:20 -0500

Members of the Croatian Singing Society perform for a Detroit News reporter.

Left to right: Nada Sertich, Rose Ann Marelich, Barbara Pavkovic. Seated at the piano is James Kalich.

(79683) Ethnic Communities, Croatian, Celebrations, 1958

eclemens — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 10:43:20 -0500

Mrs. Margaret Buick and Anthony Bunetta hang grapes from the ceiling during the Grape Festival.

(79684) Ethnic Communities, Croatian, Celebrations, 1939

eclemens — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 10:43:20 -0500

Zora Benche and Joe Korach, both members of the Fraternal Croatian Society, pose in traditional costume.

(79685) Ethnic Communities, Croatian, Celebrations, 1939

eclemens — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 10:43:20 -0500

Members of the Fraternal Croatian Society pose in traditional costume.

Standing, left to right: Victor Stromar, THomas F. Chuliz, Stephanie Walter, Joe Korach, Zora Benche, George Orlich and Stanley Popich. Seated: Barbra Vreirc and Donald Orlich.

(79723) Ethnic Communities, Montenegrin, Yugoslavia, 1938

eclemens — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 10:43:23 -0500

A group of people, dressed in traditional costumes of Montenegro, pose for a portrait in the Detroit News Studio.

(79724) Ethnic Communities, Macedonian, Yugoslavia, 1960

eclemens — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 10:43:23 -0500

Maryann and Boris Nicoloff break bread as they demonstrate Orthodox Catholic Christmas traditions.