ZULU LOUNGE was a Juke Joint founded by Isaac Evitts, in Tulsa Oklahoma, in the Greenwood district(BLACK WALL STREET), during the early 1920's.
ZULU LOUNGE EST. 1921 SWEATSHIRT/T-SHIRT pays homage to the history the greenwood districts, jazz, arts & nightclub scene, of that era!
In the early 1920's, the Greenwood district in Tulsa, was an affluent black-owned neighborhood commonly referred to as Black Wall Street. The greenwood district covered more than 35 city blocks. African americans during that time couldn't shop in white-owned stores, because of segregation. So they spent their money in their own community, which helped support and build up the community. The greenwood district had grocery stores, cafes, clothiers, beauty salons, movie theaters, doctors, a library, two newspapers, private airplanes, pool halls, savings and loans, hotels, law offices, tailors, restaurants etc...An estimated 10,000 people lived in the area.
ZULU DANCING SHIELD/An African Zulu shield is used during traditional zulu dancing ceremonies. Dancing shields are traditionally smaller than battle shields as they are held in one hand while performing a dance. Zulu people are a ethnic group native to southern africa. The Zulu people are the largest ethnic group and nation in South Africa.
Take the cold seasons in style with this premium crew neck sweatshirt. Available in multiple colors, this sweatshirt is sure to keep you warm and stylish all day long. Featuring a 3-end fleece fabric, it has a real tight-knit construction giving it better quality and durability. It’s not only beautiful but also comfy and soft to the touch with the best in its class and under 5% shrinkage.
.: 80% cotton, 20% polyester
.: Medium-heavy fabric (8.2 oz /yd² (280 g/m²))
.: Regular fit
.: Tear away label
.: Runs true to size