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Civil Rights leaders reaffirm commitment to justice at wreath-laying ceremony

Leaders honored 40 civil rights martyrs in Montgomery on Thursday, warning against modern efforts to suppress voting rights and reverse decades of progress.

Jacob Holmes

March 6, 2026

New book teaches kids about Civil Rights martyr Vernon Dahmer

Shelly Dahmer shared insights into her new book, detailing Vernon Dahmer's fight for equality and the sacrifice he made.

Jacob Holmes

November 6, 2025

Civil Rights Memorial Center to host “Art Is Activism” block party

The free community event in Montgomery will feature art, music, poetry, and conversations focused on civic engagement and wellness.

May 20, 2025

SPLC honors 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday by urging others to continue the march

Leaders said the chaos and confusion of today's political climate is a threat to the civil rights that Bloody Sunday leaders worked so hard to achieve.

Jacob Holmes

March 10, 2025

John Lewis’ newphew reflects on uncle’s legacy at wreath laying ceremony

The Civil Rights Memorial Center opens Jubilee weekend with its annual wreath laying ceremony today.

March 1, 2024

Civil Rights Memorial Center unveils “Blank Slate Monument”

The monument, created by Ghanaian artist Kwame Akoto-Bamfo, is an interactive statue that contests the narratives promoted by Confederate memorials.

Jacob Holmes

April 13, 2022