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Memphis, TN, Sept. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum (NCRM) is proud to present "Tackling Prostate Cancer Disparities in Black Men" as part of its Catalyst for Change...

Memphis, TN, Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today the National Civil Rights Museum announced Jordan Brand (NIKE, Inc.) will be the Freedom Award presenting sponsor in 2024. Jordan Brand is key...

Memphis, TN, Aug. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum is proud to announce open nominations for this year's prestigious Keeper of the Dream Award. Honoring outstanding...

Memphis, TN, Aug. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thursday, September 11, the National Civil Rights Museum will open a new exhibition celebrating over three decades of culture and entertainment...

Memphis, TN, July 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum will host a community symposium on the “60th Anniversary of Freedom Summer” on Saturday, July 27, from 10:00 am to...

Memphis, TN, June 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum is proud to announce the distinguished honorees for the 33rd Freedom Award, recognizing their exceptional...

Memphis, TN, June 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum is deeply saddened by the passing of civil rights philosopher and strategist, Rev. James M. Lawson, Jr. ...

Memphis, TN, June 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum is celebrating the Juneteenth holiday on June 19 as a Community Day with free museum admission and a focus on health...

Memphis, TN, May 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum brings civil rights legend David J. Dennis, Sr. and his son David J. Dennis, Jr. to discuss their book, The Movement...

Memphis, TN, April 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum is hosting the Ruby Bridges Reading Festival on Saturday, May 4, in partnership with civil rights and literacy...