Living Legacies of the Civil Rights Movement

Civil rights heroes still share their stories.

Small Towns of the Civil Rights Movement

Small towns played huge roles in the quest for equality during the Civil Rights Movement.

Celebrating Education Equality

Students, teachers and activists fought together for equality in American schools during the Civil Rights Movement.

Enjoy Iconic Restaurants on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail

These Black-owned restaurants offer heritage and great food in U.S. Civil Rights Trail cities.

Extraordinary Objects from the Civil Rights Movement

These incredible artifacts reflect the stories of the Civil Rights Movement.

Telling America’s Story

U.S. Civil Rights Trail presents a uniquely American story.

More to Explore on the Civil Rights Trail

New sites offer travelers many reasons to visit the trail.

Following in the Footsteps of the Civil Rights Movement

State trails highlight civil rights heritage.

The Movement’s Message Remains

These five civil rights ambassadors have made it their mission to continue telling the stories of the Civil Rights Movement in the hope those stories will influence the future.

Objects Became Icons of the Civil Rights Movement

Here are five civil rights artifacts and their stories that offer a window into the rich history on display at U.S. Civil Rights Trail stops across the country.