Civil Rights Memorial Center
Civil Rights Memorial Center
4.5
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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The Civil Rights Memorial Center is sponsored by the Southern Poverty Law Center in downtown Montgomery. It includes a great deal of educational information about the Civil Rights Movement, an original 20 minute film about the Movement, and the Civil Rights Memorial. $2.00 admission charged for adults, under 18 FREE.
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abroadwithashley
Minneapolis, MN1,440 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Absolutely fantastic museum. Especially for how compact it is - 45 minutes will get you through the totality of it, but still of the highest quality. The museum is mostly videos - one of which highlights the work of the Southern Poverty Law Center. But for $5, it’s an amazing bargain. A must go in Montgomery.
Written 12 June 2023
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MackSandy
Gaithersburg, MD105 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
This is a splendid little museum, something you should not miss. Outside it has a wonderful water tribute by Maya Lin. Inside there’s an extraordinary film about people working together, everyone, for racial justice. There’s also a magnificent electronic wall on which you can float your name if you make a pledge to work towards justice. It’s not a big place, probably takes 20 to 35 minutes, but it is very moving.
Written 4 June 2023
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Robert S
Lawrence, KS2,775 contributions
Mar 2023
This Memorial is a profound experience.
With sound and visual displays, it helps explain the US Civil Rights Movement,
The video in the theatre is very inspiring, as it brings the movement into the immediate presents through the voices of young activists.
It may seem small and insignificant, but it is a blockbuster!
There is also a wonderful display about the late great John Lewis, with lovely quilts.
The staff is very welcoming.
With sound and visual displays, it helps explain the US Civil Rights Movement,
The video in the theatre is very inspiring, as it brings the movement into the immediate presents through the voices of young activists.
It may seem small and insignificant, but it is a blockbuster!
There is also a wonderful display about the late great John Lewis, with lovely quilts.
The staff is very welcoming.
Written 25 April 2023
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LKM
New York City, NY240 contributions
Mar 2023
I completely disagree with the negative reviewers. This is a modest but important memorial to civil rights activists. What distinguishes it is a very effective multi-screen video that emphasizes the connection between past and present.
While the other museums memorialize victims of racist brutality and injustice, leaving you with a feeling of anger and despair, this small but effective exhibit points to ways that we can continue to fight for equality and an end to racial violence. When we visited there was also a lovely exhibit of quilts that celebrate the late John Lewis. This is definitely worth a visit--it doesn't take long and the small entrance fee supports the Southern Poverty Law Center which continues to do great work.
While the other museums memorialize victims of racist brutality and injustice, leaving you with a feeling of anger and despair, this small but effective exhibit points to ways that we can continue to fight for equality and an end to racial violence. When we visited there was also a lovely exhibit of quilts that celebrate the late John Lewis. This is definitely worth a visit--it doesn't take long and the small entrance fee supports the Southern Poverty Law Center which continues to do great work.
Written 29 March 2023
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Geoff H
Sissinghurst, UK12,604 contributions
Oct 2022
Visited here on our way from New Orleans to Birmingham expecting an insight into the Civil Rights Movement and was severely disappointed because all that you get to see is a shortish film about the experiences suffered by a number of individuals in the name of Civil Rights. As interesting, and moving, as the film is, there is no other insight into the history of the Civil Rights Movement. There are interesting pictures on the walls but these are just 'headline shots' and do not give any history. The staff are very friendly and helpful and will answer any question you may have, if they can but to call this a Memorial Centre is rather overegging the name. There is an interesting memorial outside.
Written 30 November 2022
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hrobinson1114
Nashville, TN2,782 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
I wouldn’t call this a museum. Memorial center, as named, is appropriate.
It is worthwhile as the staff are super nice and helpful, the film is informative, and it goes over personal accounts of those involved in the civil rights struggle. But that’s about all that’s here.
This isn’t in-depth; it took me less than an hour to complete my visit—but it’s a good adjunct to the EJI museum and memorial. And near the freedom rides museum. Each museum is only five dollars, so you can see the EJI museum and memorial, the civil rights memorial center, and the freedom rides museum for 15 total dollars. Why not?
It is worthwhile as the staff are super nice and helpful, the film is informative, and it goes over personal accounts of those involved in the civil rights struggle. But that’s about all that’s here.
This isn’t in-depth; it took me less than an hour to complete my visit—but it’s a good adjunct to the EJI museum and memorial. And near the freedom rides museum. Each museum is only five dollars, so you can see the EJI museum and memorial, the civil rights memorial center, and the freedom rides museum for 15 total dollars. Why not?
Written 7 October 2022
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907blaked
Tampa, FL1,419 contributions
May 2022
We visited here after spending 2.5 hours at the Legacy Museum and then 30 minutes at the National Memorial for Peace and Justice. As much as I'd like to say it was worth it to then also visit the Civil Rights Memorial Center, it wasn't. The film at the beginning was good, but there wasn't really anything else to see. Maybe I'm affected by the fact that we had such a long experience at the Legacy Museum. Parking is a little difficult given that you need to find street parking (i.e., no parking lot). We spent about 30 minutes total, including the 20-minute film.
Written 23 July 2022
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Patricia G
Arlington, VA21 contributions
Nov 2020
We detoured hundreds of miles out of our way to visit because the website said you were open on Mondays. In fact, it gave me the option to buy timed tickets. So disappointed!!!! Update your website!!!!
Written 2 November 2020
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Diana M
Carlsbad, NM106 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
So sad to read and hear stories from lives impacted by slavery and oppression. I didn't agree with a lot of the opinions. However, the historically fact-based info was educational.
Written 14 March 2020
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Kathy K
Oviedo, FL810 contributions
Jul 2019
The center gives a short sketch about the people whose names are on the memorial. But, it also has info on more recent victims, who are LGBTQ, Muslim, etc. There is a theater with an excellent film. Be sure to add your name to the Wall of Tolerance and mean it.
Written 19 February 2020
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869adrienneh
Charlotte, NC21 contributions
do we have to purchase an advanced ticket? can we get a ticket at the door? looking to come to the city and want to get as many museums as possible since in the area.
sumaksito
Houston, TX57 contributions
You can buy the ticket at the door. Remember to buy the combo ticket at the legacy museum that will cover the legacy museum and the memorial, you get a discount that way plus it gives you access to the free shuttle between the memorial and the legacy museum.
bblakeney
Daphne, AL1 contribution
Is there parking for a 36ft 5th wheel camper? We are heading to north Alabama Saturday, and we would love to stop to see the museum on our way.
Hello, There is parking available on Dexter Avenue for buses and campers and parking is free on the weekend. The parking area designation is on the right side of Dexter Avenue up from the Dexter King Memorial Church heading North and the parking is on the right next the Alabama Dept. of Commerce/ Trustmark bank building
panamtravelkid
Los Angeles, CA302 contributions
we are visiting for 1 day on a Sunday. Are these 3 close together, and is it realistic to see them in one day ? Can you suggest which order we go in ? Civil Rights Memorial, Legacy Museum and National Memorial for Peace and Justice.
Tafeni English
Montgomery, AL1 contribution
I apologize fo the delay. The National Museum for Peace and Justice is open Sunday 9-5. Go there first. The Civil Rights Memorial is outside and accessible 24 hours a day.
Thanks for visiting!
E_ticket_liz
Kissimmee, FL53 contributions
I'll be traveling through Montgomery on a Sunday, and I'm thinking of stopping at the fountain and the outside of the parsonage. Are there any memorials that are open on Sundays? Are there other things I can do with my kids? They have both seen A Long Walk Home and are fascinated (and horrified) by this chapter in our history. It seems a shame not to at least stop on our way to Missouri!
Tafeni English
Montgomery, AL1 contribution
The Civil Rights Memorial I accessible 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. The Center is not open on Sunday. Please stop by!
Trevor J
York, UK18 contributions
4 of us will be in Montgomery on Saturday June 11. Can we visit the Centre? How far is it from the State Capitol Building?
Tafeni English
Montgomery, AL1 contribution
Yes! We're open Saturday 10a-4p. Hope to you can make it.
JerseyRians
Devon, UK52 contributions
We are coming from England and would like to know your opening hours please -
jrh0
Michigan41 contributions
Mon - Fri
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
hilary t
Westford, MA45 contributions
What hours is it open?
Jeder91
2 contributions
Civil Rights Memorial Center hours:
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Adult admission $2
Children are admitted free of charge
The memorial fountain (outdoor exhibit, not museum) is set in an open plaza, accessible to the public 24 hours a day throughout the year.
Source: Southern Poverty Law Center website section on Civil Rights Memorial Center "Information for Visitors" (Google it, can't link here)
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- Civil Rights Memorial Center admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost ₹ 1,917.31, while a popular guided tour starts around ₹ 541.85 per person.
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