ATLANTA — The long-awaited and much-anticipated National Center for Civil and Human Rights will open its doors on June 23.
The 42,000-square-foot facility, located in downtown Atlanta near the Georgia Aquarium and the World of Coca-Cola, will house four primary exhibitions, including “Voice to the Voiceless: The Morehouse College Martin Luther King, Jr. Collection,” a rare collection of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s personal papers and items.
“The Center uniquely and boldly connects historic freedom movements and iconic individuals, as well as everyday people, with the human rights issues of the present, thus sparking ongoing dialogue around the possibilities of the future,” Doug Shipman, CEO of The Center, said in a news release.
“When we connect to others and to their circumstances, that emotional connection often compels us to lend our support, to take action even though we may never know or meet those who are affected, as evidenced by the courageous stories of many individuals featured in the exhibits,” Shipman added. “The Center draws on that innate characteristic of our humanity to inspire and empower visitors to help create a better world for us all.”
Normal operating hours will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week, except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Adult tickets are $15 and child (ages 3–12) tickets are $10. Memberships start at $50 per year and include unlimited free admission for one year, access to members-only events and special discounts on programming, events and gift memberships.