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Event spotlights Black cowboy culture as overlooked part of history

This past weekend, a Gainesville event reshaped what people thought they knew about cowboys.

It spotlighted a history many say has been overlooked: Black cowboy culture.

We spoke with cowboys who want to educate the community.

Genesis is a reporter for WUFT News who can be reached by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.

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