“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 ...

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated as he stood on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, TN. Now the home of ...

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated as he stood on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, TN. Now the home of ...

In honor of Black History Month, we're taking a look at three Nashville landmarks that played a major role in the Civil ...

Kraken anthem singer Tommie Burton lives a life full of a lot of different notes, including the celebration of his mother, ...

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 ...

Recent travelers agreed the National Civil Rights Museum should be at the top of anyone's list of things to see in Memphis ... on the civil rights movement. With the help of 260 artifacts ...

Early in the year, the significant legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. resonates strongly. The third Monday in January is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, providing an occasion for reflection, along with ...

William 'Bill' Lucy, a leading African American labor leader and rights activist, served as secretary-treasurer of AFSCME for ...

The history of the month dates back almost a century, and the way it is celebrated and evolved has created history in itself.

In February, you can celebrate Black History Month with a variety of WTTW programming that explores the political, artistic, ...

Located on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis, Tennessee, is known for blues and rock 'n' roll music, barbecue and civil rights history. One of the best ways to explore its wealth of ...