Episode
The Welcoming Doors of the Rainbow Inn
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- Michigan History Moment
- Published
- Jul 15, 2025
- Duration seconds
- 195
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Summary
The Rainbow Inn was Northern Michigan's sole African American resort hotel and restaurant, which opened its doors in 1950. Established by William Thomas West, an African American railway porter and chef, the Rainbow Inn was a pioneering establishment that welcomed patrons of all races, thereby providing a sanctuary in an era when racial segregation was prevalent even in the North. ___________________________ Produced by Michigan History Magazine