“We are thrilled to host Dr. Sanders once again and bring attention to this crucial aspect of American history,” said Dr. Russ Wigginton, President of the National Civil Rights Museum. “Her work ...
Recent travelers agreed the National Civil Rights Museum should be at the top of anyone's list of things to see in Memphis. Housed in the Lorraine Motel where Martin Luther King Jr. was ...
While an early school trip might have increased Austin's awareness of Dr. King's legacy, it wasn't the only thing that sparked the young receiver's interest in learning more. He was always captivated ...
It’s hard to believe we’re entering the second month of the new year! Whether you’re looking to celebrate February with your ...
February is around the corner – an annual nationally-recognized reminder to explore and celebrate Black history. This month ...
This grouping honors those we're calling "The Industry Giants" — corporate titans and executives leading well-known companies and brands that stand out in their sector or field both in the Mid-South ...
Remembrances are happening January 31 and February 1, marking the 65th anniversary of the Greensboro sit-ins. The building ...
Saturday will mark 65 years since four Black college students (David Richmond, Frank Mccain, Ezell Blair Junior, who is now known as Jibreel Khazan, and Joseph Mcneil) ...
President Trump signed dozens of executive orders including to eliminate federal Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training and ...
This grouping honors those we're calling "The Transformers" — individuals who are reshaping the city through their work.
The Lincoln Memorial has been the site of historic moments in American civil rights history, and a museum set to open in 2026 will highlight how the memorial became a platform for the First Amendment.