National Center for Civil and Human Rights

Civilrights Magnum
PHOTO CREDIT: Joeff Davis
Call: (678) 999-8990 or visit www.civilandhumanrights.org
Atlanta’s newest museum near the World of Coca-Cola is designed to pay tribute to men and women who have fought for equality and justice throughout the world. The Downtown attraction notably exhibits Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s historic collection of personal papers and artifacts. In addition, it also features interactive exhibits on the stories behind civil rights heroes and focus on current human rights issues from around the world.

Thursday March 28, 2024 07:00 PM EDT
The topic of reparations for African Americans can feel overwhelming and is often misunderstood. Come and explore how reparations are an opportunity for repair and reconciliation at our next Cup of Truth. We’ll begin the evening with a short film on reparations work, followed by a chat with Chair of... [click here for more]

Wednesday April 17, 2024 06:00 PM EDT
The centerpiece of Power to Inspire 2024, this original multimedia performance, “Courageous Steps: Bridging the Divide for Equality,” by playwright, Nikki Toombs, uses dialogue, music, and dance to address equity in education and the impact of Brown v. Board of Education. The show follows several st... [click here for more]

Friday March 22, 2024 07:00 PM EDT
In honor of Women’s History Month, this installment of  “Truth on the Rocks” is dedicated to celebrating women in the movement. Join us on March 22 as we partner with The Carter Center for a night of history, drinks, and dancing, featuring self-guided women-focused tours through our exhibits and a c... [click here for more]

Thursday February 1, 2024 09:00 AM EST
Be amongst the first educators to learn about Learning for Justice’s newest framework for 9-12th grade, Teaching the Civil Rights Movement. This two-day workshop will introduce you to the content of the framework and provide you with ideas on how to implement it into your practice. [click here for more]

Friday January 12, 2024 07:00 PM EST
You’re invited to “Truth on The Rocks,” where we combine dancing, cocktails and conversation to connect events of history to today. After all, who said history wasn’t fun? Want to grab a drink and explore our galleries? Be the first to enjoy the newest Martin Luther King, Jr. Exhibit? Grab a dance... [click here for more]

Sunday October 29, 2023 03:00 PM EDT
Throughout history, the role of women heroes has been downplayed in the public narrative. Michael Long and Yohuru Williams challenge that narrative by putting women at the forefront with their book “More than a Dream.” Their book, written for middle school-aged children, tells an alternate histo... [click here for more]

Friday October 20, 2023 09:00 AM EDT
“Act Now: Responding to Discrimination in the Classroom and Next Steps” is a professional development opportunity for educators created to develop empathy and responsiveness to discrimination in the classroom and workplace. During this two-hour interactive program session, participants will learn in... [click here for more]

Thursday October 19, 2023 07:00 PM EDT
Got Truth? Join the National Center for Civil and Human Rights as we spill the tea on history with our new author series, Cup of Truth, where you get a cup of coffee and a dose of truthful history from the perspective of acclaimed authors. During this inaugural series, Loki Mulholland, author of Get... [click here for more]

Thursday October 19, 2023 07:00 PM EDT
Got Truth? Join the National Center for Civil and Human Rights as we spill the tea on history with our new author series, Cup of Truth, where you get a cup of coffee and a dose of truthful history from the perspective of acclaimed authors. During this inaugural series, Loki Mulholland, author of Get... [click here for more]

Saturday October 14, 2023 11:30 AM EDT
Alma Mexicana Danza Folklorica is a Mexican dance troupe based in Lilburn, GA. “Alma Mexicana” means soul, and “Danza Folklorica” means folk dancing. Their performances give guests a feast for their eyes as they present traditional dances from Veracruz, Chihuahua, Michoacan, Sinaloa, Yucatan... [click here for more]

Tuesday October 10, 2023 02:00 PM EDT
Meet Little Amal, a giant puppet representing a young Syrian girl and through her all the displaced children in the world. Little Amal makes a long journey of 6000 miles across the United States. This remarkable performance seeks to provide an artistic answer to our troubled times: a cultural odysse... [click here for more]

Saturday October 7, 2023 12:00 PM EDT
Join The Center and Scraplanta at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights on October 7th from 12PM-4PM on the 3rd floor balcony for “Scrappy Craftivism”. Scraplanta Inc. is an environmental non-profit whose mission is to make art supplies more accessible and sustainable for the Atlanta Cr... [click here for more]
100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. N.W.
Atlanta, GA 30313
(678) 999-8990
Cultural Center
MLK Day,
Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

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