U.S. Civil Rights Trail Travel Guide
Throughout the 1950s and '60s, faith leaders, activists and everyday people took extraordinary measures to secure equality, voting rights and respect for African Americans. Today, the U.S. Civil Rights Trail honors their commitment and sacrifice. Check out these articles from the 2023 U.S. Civil Rights Trail Travel Guide to discover them for yourself.
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.
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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.
Everyday Heroes of the Civil Rights Movement
Events at the following five sites in the South became turning points of the movement, and these sites are now part of the United States Civil Rights Trail.
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.
Unsung Heroes of the Civil Rights Movement
Although they are often overshadowed by the most prominent figures of the era, the contributions of these unsung heroes were instrumental in the effort’s success.
U.S. Civil Rights Trail Broadens its Reach
Innovative storytelling methods are bringing the civil rights story to new audiences.
Birmingham, a Civil Rights Icon
Birmingham spoke out then, and now, on civil rights.
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These Churches were Community Pillars During the Civil Rights Movement
Here are five churches listed on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail that represent vital pillars to the African American community.
These Educational Institutions Helped Pave the Way for Civil Rights
These six educational institutions on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail were among those that helped pave the way to equality.
Where Justice Prevailed: Courtrooms of the Civil Rights Movement
Here are five sites on the United States Civil Rights Trail where important legal victories were won.
Preserving the Past at Civil Rights Museums
On the U.S. Civil Rights Trail, museums embody efforts to preserve all of that past — from slavery through the civil rights movement to current struggles for equal rights — and retell it for the betterment of our future.
These U.S. Civil Rights Trail Sites Celebrate Social Justice
Numerous sites on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail tell the stories of people who took a stand for justice in the face of opposition.
The U.S. Civil Rights Trail: An Idea for the Ages
America’s civil rights museums and historic sites offer much-needed inspiration. Their stories of unity, struggle and victory over adversity position them well for success in 2021 and beyond.
More to Explore with Local Civil Rights Trails
Check out these state civil rights trails for even more sites your group can explore.
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