The Center for Civil and Human Rights in downtown Atlanta is an engaging cultural attraction that connects the American Civil Rights Movement to today’s Global Human Rights Movements. Their purpose is to create a safe space for visitors to explore the fundamental rights of all human beings so that they leave inspired and empowered to join the ongoing dialogue about human rights in their communities. Exhibits Include: “Voice to the Voiceless: The Morehouse College Martin Luther King Jr. Collection,” “Rolls Down Like Water: The American Civil Rights Movement,” and “Spark of Conviction: The Global Human Rights Movement.”
500 tickets have been purchased for GT students, faculty, staff and their families. There will be 100 tickets available each day: January 17, January 18, January 19 and January 24. Participants can take a tour of the museum on their own time between the hours of 10 AM and 5PM Monday – Saturday. The Center is open on Sunday from Noon – 5. In addition, the Museum will be open on the MLK Holiday 10 AM – 5 PM. There will be another 100 tickets available for use at any time January 17-24. Most tour goers spend between 2-3 hours at the museum due to the fact exhibits are highly interactive and engaging. Tickets are free, but tour goers will be encouraged to give a reflection.
Members at the GT Community may register for a ticket.
Tickets can be picked up the Smithgall Student Services Building, Suite 210 starting January 7, 2015.
Tickets can be picked up the Smithgall Student Services Building, Suite 210 starting January 7, 2015.
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