Phyllis Jo Adair-Ward

African American, Broad Ripple, Childhood, Friendship, Oral History, Values

Phyllis Adair-Ward tells the story of discovering two truths: discrimination at Riverside Park and the loving acceptance of her life-long friend, Mr. Quiggles. (A written version of this story appears in her book, “Wind-chimes and Promises.”)

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