Honoring the Freedom Riders’ 60th Anniversary Following on the heels of the early 1960s boycotts and sit-ins against segregated lunch counters throughout the South, the Freedom Rides began May 4, 1961, as a mobile Civil Rights movement. The Freedom Riders arrived in Jackson, MS, May 24, 1961, by bus, plane, and train. These courageous individuals … Continue reading The Ride for Freedom
Celebrating Mississippi’s Historic Trailblazers Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield (1809 – March 31, 1876) Internationally known as “The Black Swan,” Greenfield is an African American singer whose exceptional voice made her a popular performer in the U.S. and in Great Britain. Born in Natchez, MS, she made her debut at the Metropolitan Hall in New York before a … Continue reading June is Black Music Appreciation Month
Digital Magic Film Camp 2021
Honoring the legacy of African American women who boldly stepped up as changemakers In celebration of Women’s History Month in March 2021, NMHS Unlimited in association with Women for Progress of MS, Inc. presented a five-part series of live broadcasts featuring inspiring conversations with and about Mississippi changemakers. Each episode of The Legacy of … Continue reading The Legacy of Courage Series
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