National Civil Rights Museum

Built around the former Lorraine Motel, where civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968, the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis stands as a poignant reminder of the struggle for equality. The museum’s exhibits trace key moments of the Civil Rights Movement, such as the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision, the Little Rock Nine, the Montgomery Bus Boycotts, and the sit-ins of the 1960s. Visitors can explore these pivotal events through detailed displays and immersive experiences, offering a comprehensive understanding of the movement’s impact on American history.