Special anniversary highlighting major civil rights milestones, keynote speakers, and influential figures.

A lecture by the Museum's Principal Scholar, Dr. Will Harris, examining the thematic messaging of Dr. King's speeches and writings and how it intertwines with the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.

A panel consisting of lawyers and human rights advocates detailing the contemporary issues of human trafficking, its social, moral, and political impacts, and ways to identify occurrances of trafficking.

Series showcasing classic documentaries on the civil rights movement followed by a panel discussion.

A formal celebration supporting the 15th Anniversary of the Museum's opening, along with the 65th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act.

An open mic social evening featuring civil rights-themed poetry and spoken word. A mixer with light refreshments will be held afterward.

A lecture by the Museum's Principal Scholar, Dr. Will Harris, highlighting Dr. King's creative struggle to ensure America upholds its promises of full and equal citizenship.

Local community members share and record personal or family stories related to the Civil Rights Movement, including elements of their family history during the Great Migration.

A Museum-developed exhibit celebrating women who played key roles in the movement; featuring a number of profiles and a comprehensive narrative of dynamic displays.

An examination of the historical narratives in the film Selma, followed by a Q&A with scholars.

A series of academic and community discussions regarding the ongoing struggle for gender and racial equality. 

Encouraging young women to engage in activism and civic leadership. Held in conjunction with local sponsors. Will include leadership development exercises and social justice tool kits.

Youth-led debate on current civil rights challenges and how they compare to past struggles; topics include contemporary social challenges, similarities and differences in the movement of the 60's vs. today, strategy as a method od change, and more.

Workshops on the history of nonviolent resistance and its impact. 

A social event on the Citizen Square Patio featuring music that inspired the civil rights movement and continues to advocate for equality. Will include food trucks and community vendors.

A creative collaboration between the ICRCM and area schools to develop, host, and compete in a number of arts-related mediums to be displayed in the Museum's Changing Gallery.

Led by the Museum's Principal Scholar, Dr. Will Harris, the impact on education and civil rights from this case will be explored.

Training for educators on teaching civil rights history in the proper context. Will include lesson plan templates and external teaching aids.

A legal panel dedicated to examining the plight of Asian Americans before, during, and after World War II, including the violation of human rights via internment on American soil.

Featuring specialized workshops and panels for young leaders on current civil rights issues.

A moderated discussion on the research and tools available to build a person's rich family history. Will include a limited number of complimentary DNA kits.

The PBS Film, "The Pursuit," examining the 50-year struggle for LGBTQ+ equality, while discussing the issues of criminalization of being LGBTQ+, the use of controversial "therapies," and a rich look into different LGBTQ+ struggles.

A Museum-designed historical exhibit on the fight for LGBTQ+ civil rights and its impacts on the movement today.

How civil rights strategies can support LGBTQ+ equality. 

Led by the Museum's Principal Scholar, Dr. Will Harris, in a continuing series of lectures highlighting America's Third Founding and its transformation into fully discovering the power of the full "Citizen" and "Person."

The Museum's largest fundraising event, the Gala is meant to honor six notable figures who contributed to civil and human rights.

Leadership, activism, and community engagement opportunities for young people.

Followed by a panel discussion with historians and activists.

Reenactment and discussion of the historic march.

Engaging local youth in service projects and connect students with local civic organizations.

Documentary on the Birmingham 16th Street Baptist Church bombing, followed by a reflection session.

An academic deep-dive into examining the diction, syntax, verbiage, and metaphors of Dr. King's famous speech, along with its lasting impact.

A special naturalization ceremony held at the ICRCM welcoming new citizens to the United States, along with essential services and information.

Reexamine what you know about U.S. history by learning more about Latino identity, immigration, historical legacies, and how Latinas and Latinos have shaped the nation. Listen to first-person oral histories, examine 3D objects, dive into historical biographies, and explore some of the objects found in the exhibition to see how the past relates to the present.   

Equipping teachers with the tools necessary to teach civil rights history more effectively.

Public discussion on modern civil rights challenges in education.

Reflecting on the legacy and future of voting rights in America. 

An examination on America's long history of broken treaties and infringement on Native Americans' rights, including a screening of "Trail of Tears."

A workshop on creating art for social justice movements, including the imagery, language, and aesthetics used to raise awareness on social issues.

A gathering of performances, art, and discussion that illustrates the rich history and culture of Native American tribes.

A film screening followed by a discussion on the intersectionality of service and civil rights.

A program capturing and sharing the experiences of veterans involved in civil rights activism.

A panel discussion and lecture exploring how the military was impacted by, and contributed to, the civil rights movement.

A performance dedicated to some of the profiles of N.C. veterans and their contributions to the ideals of equality and freedom in N.C. and the country.

Workshop on how civil rights activism is evolving with new technology, including social media, generative A.I., and potential misinformation.

An expert panel highlighting potential enforcement mechanisms of Human Rights Laws in International Courts, including relevant case examples, and why the international community can't agree on a full definition of "human rights."

A public art piece honoring the 15th Anniversary of the Museum's opening and its educational vision today.

A detailed look at the plight of the Freedom Riders during their struggle in support of the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.