Viral TIKTOK Video by OKC Content Creator emphasizes the African -American history of Deep Deuc

By Kylie Walker

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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (Koco) – Tre 'Smith, a creator by Oklahoma City Content Content, has become viral on Tiktok with a video in which the rich history of the District Deep deep is shown.

“You probably drive through this part of the city every day and don't know the deep, rich history behind it,” said Smith in his video.

The video, which was viewed by over 100,000 people, emphasized Deep Deice as an epicenter of African -American culture in Oklahoma City.

As a rule, Smith decided to deal with the history of Deep Deice in order to mark the beginning of Black History Month on February 1st.

“I haven't seen a lot of people who went to the restaurants that I like and especially in the black owner restaurants,” said Smith.

Smith's video shows remarkable sights such as the Aldridge Theater, the top musician and actor like Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and Duke Ellington.

He also mentioned the Calvary Baptist Church, in which a civil rights icon once gave a sermon as part of an interview at the beginning of his career.

“The funny fact in this place is that a young man named Martin Luther King came to Calvary Baptist in 1951 and after a job,” said Smith.

Smith's tour begins in the Calvary Baptist Church, where he thinks about the meaning, the same steps as Martin Luther King, Jr.

“It somehow gives me goose bumps, you know,” said Smith. “It is surreal to just walk through these streets. I mean, I drive over here all the time and you know that sometimes I stay in this area, and it feels good to know that I am aware of the story behind this area. “

Smith's interest in Deep DeCe's story was triggered by a friend's tip, which caused him to carry out his own research.

“Deep Deice was a lively community in the 1920s. You know, they had everything you could ask for, when it comes to business, as far as their own newspapers, their own restaurants, hairdressing houses, medical practices and lawyers practiced here, ”said Smith. One of the stops on Smith's tour is Lyons' Mansion, built by successful entrepreneur Sidney Lyons in 1926.

“He would sell everything, from neries of hair to powder, soaps, perfumes and such things. And he was not only successful in the United States, but also internationally good, ”said Smith.

His video was seen by more than 100,000 people. Many of the comments came from people who thanked him for the history lesson.

“The district of Deep Deice is not just a place. It is a living proof of the strength, resilience and living history of the black community here in Oklahoma City, ”explains Smith.

Smith said he hoped to continue to share this story with a new audience.

“Because, as I said, this story does not know, it is amazing to introduce this story into this story. I have the feeling that this story has to be told, ”said Smith.

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