United States Mississippi Jackson

Freedom Corner

  • 3243 Medgar Evers Boulevard

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Freedom Corner in Jackson, Mississippi, is a significant landmark on the Civil Rights Trail, emblematic of the city's rich history in the struggle for racial equality. Located at the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Medgar Evers Boulevard, this historical marker stands as a tribute to the countless civil rights activists who organized and mobilized in the face of oppression in the state's capital. Visitors to Freedom Corner can reflect on the perseverance and bravery exhibited during the Civil Rights Movement as they explore Jackson's pivotal role in the fight for justice and the ongoing journey towards civil rights.

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Freedom Corner Guides

  • Civil Rights Trail: Guide to Jackson, Mississippi's history

    seeker (Seeker Editors)
    Embark on a journey through the soul-stirring corridors of Jackson, Mississippi, where every corner and cobblestone whispers tales of bravery and the relentless pursuit of equality. This Civil Rights Trail isn't just a path you follow but a profound experience that invites you to walk in the footsteps of heroes, to discover pivotal battlegrounds of justice, and to immerse yourself in the profound legacy that shaped not just a city, or a nation, but the very fabric of human rights worldwide. As we guide you through historic sites and hidden gems, prepare to be moved by the indomitable spirit of Jackson's civil rights history, a testament to the triumph of the human spirit against the odds.