In 1959, Johnson City’s Carver Park constructed a swimming pool that was initially restricted to white patrons only. At the time, the United States was grappling with the Civil Rights Movement, working to dismantle Jim Crow laws. It wasn’t until 1965 that integration efforts reached the park, marking a significant shift in its accessibility. Herb Greenlee, now a key figure in this transition, reflects on these transformative years as the community moved toward inclusivity.