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

A city-wide march and a public forum discussing Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy and modern civil rights issues.

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

Empowering young people to understand and continue the legacy of civil rights activism.

Open mic featuring civil rights-themed poetry and spoken word.

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.

A social celebration supporting the Museum's 15th Anniversary and its educational mission.

Exhibit celebrating women who played key roles in the movement.

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

Encouraging young women to engage in activism and civic leadership.

Academic and community discussions on the ongoing struggle for gender and racial equality.

Youth-led debate on current civil rights challenges and how they compare to past struggles.

Workshops on the history of  nonviolent resistance and its impact. 

Featuring music that inspired the civil rights movement and continues to advocate for equality.

A creative collaboration between the ICRCM and area schools to develop, host, and compete in a number of arts-related mediums.

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.

Discussion on the ongoing fight for educational equity.

Workshops and panels for young leaders on current civil rights issues.

Film on LGBTQ+ activists in the civil rights era.

Historical exhibit on the fight for LGBTQ+ civil rights.

How civil rights strategies can support LGBTQ+ equality. 

An evening celebration chronicling Black music artists.

Led by the Museum's Principal Scholar, Dr. Will Harris, in a continuing series of lectures highlighting America's "promissory note."

Honoring the 1964 Freedom Summer and its impact on voting 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.

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

Public discussion on modern civil rights challenges in education.

Hands-on educational experience reflecting struggles for desegregation.

Honoring the Little Rock Nine, among other icons, during school desegregation efforts.