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Crossroads to Freedom connects a digital archive of materials from the Civil Rights era in Memphis, TN, to community education and engagement. The purpose of the archive is to promote and support discussions of the impact of this historical period on our community today.

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Hearings before the United States Commission on Civil Rights

The hearings before the United States Commission on Civil Rights took place on June 25-26, 1962 in Memphis, Tennessee.

Religion's Presence in the Movement

Religion played a crucial role during the civil rights movement. This collection provides insight into the religious influence in various people's lives during this time, including the perspective of reverends from different denominations. Their reflections reveal similar struggles, but similar means of activism as well.

Russell B. Sugarmon Collection

Documents provided by Judge Russell B. Sugarmon, Memphis civil rights lawyer and activist.