The Reverand George Lee Museum

08/23/2026

08/07/2026

On This Day in 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act, a landmark civil rights law that banned racial discrimination in voting. Sparked by the Selma marches and years of activism, it outlawed literacy tests and gave the federal government power to oversee and regulate elections, especially in areas with histories of suppression.

07/25/2026

Today, we remember Emmett Till, born on July 25, 1941. Emmett's life was tragically cut short when he was brutally murdered at the age of 14 in Money, Mississippi, on August 28, 1955, for allegedly offending a white woman. His death became a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement, shining a harsh light on the brutal realities of racism in America.

Emmett's mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, courageously decided to have an open-casket funeral, allowing the world to see the horrific violence inflicted upon her son. This act of bravery helped to galvanize the movement, sparking widespread outrage and mobilizing activists across the nation. The images of Emmett’s mutilated body were published in Jet magazine, bringing the grim truth of racial violence into the homes of Americans and igniting a national conversation on civil rights.

Emmett Till's story is a poignant reminder of the systemic racism and injustice that Black Americans have faced and continue to confront. His legacy lives on as a symbol of the fight for civil rights and equality, inspiring generations to stand against racism and advocate for justice. His murderers were acquitted, highlighting the profound injustice of the legal system at that time.

On what would have been his 85 birthday, we honor Emmett Till's memory and reaffirm our commitment to the ongoing struggle for racial justice. Emmett, your life and legacy continue to inspire us all to work toward a world where equality and justice prevail. Let us remember the importance of standing up against hatred and bigotry and strive to create a future where such tragedies are never repeated.

07/16/2026

Happy Heavenly Birthday Denise Lasalle!!

06/21/2026

Today, we solemnly remember and honor the lives of James Chaney, Andrew Goodman, and Michael Schwerner, three brave civil rights activists who were murdered on June 21, 1964, in Neshoba County, Mississippi. These young men were part of the Freedom Summer campaign organized by the Council of Federated Organizations (COFO) to register African American voters and challenge racial segregation. James Chaney, an African American from Mississippi, and Andrew Goodman and Michael Schwerner, white activists from New York, dedicated their lives to fighting for justice and equality. On the night of June 21, after investigating the burning of a black church, they were arrested by local police, released into the hands of the Ku Klux Klan, and subsequently murdered. Their disappearance and the discovery of their bodies 44 days later brought national and international attention to the violent resistance faced by civil rights workers in the South. The federal government’s involvement in the investigation highlighted the extreme measures taken by activists to combat entrenched racism and oppression. The sacrifices of Chaney, Goodman, and Schwerner underscore the profound courage and commitment required to challenge systemic injustice. Their legacy reminds us of the ongoing struggle for civil rights and the importance of continuing their work to achieve equality for all. Today, we honor their memory and pledge to carry forward their fight for justice.

06/13/2026

On June 9, 1963, Fannie Lou Hamer and a group of fellow civil rights activists were returning to Mississippi from a Voter Registration and Education Workshop aboard a Continental Trailways bus. During a stop in Winona, Mississippi, they were arrested and taken to the county jail, where Hamer was brutally beaten by law enforcement officers. She later recalled that the beating was so severe that it left her permanently injured.

Hamer remained jailed for three days without receiving medical attention. After being released on bail on June 12, 1963, she learned the devastating news that civil rights leader Medgar Evers had been assassinated in Jackson, Mississippi. Despite the violence and intimidation she endured, Hamer remained steadfast in her commitment to the struggle for voting rights and racial justice.

06/13/2026

On June 12, 1963, just after midnight, the civil rights movement lost a fearless leader, Medgar Evers. His assassination in Jackson, Mississippi, marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for racial equality in America.

As the first field secretary for the NAACP in Mississippi, Evers tirelessly worked to end segregation and secure voting rights for African Americans. He investigated violent crimes against Black people and organized voter registration drives and boycotts.

His commitment came at a high cost. On the evening of June 11, Evers returned home from an NAACP meeting and was gunned down in his driveway by a white supremacist. He was only 37 years old.

Evers' murder sparked national outrage and increased support for the civil rights movement. Although his killer, Byron De La Beckwith, was initially acquitted by all-white juries, justice was finally served in 1994 when De La Beckwith was convicted and sentenced to life in prison.

Medgar Evers' legacy continues to inspire generations in the fight for equality and justice. As we remember his life and sacrifice, let us recommit ourselves to the ongoing struggle for civil rights.

05/08/2026

On May 07, 1955 Rev. George Lee was murder in Belzoni, MS Rev. Lee was a Baptist Minister, Entrepreneur, Co-founder of the NACCP in Belzoni, MS and a Voting Rights Activist. Lee was targeted by White Citizen's Council because of his voter registration efforts but the threats and intimidation didn't deterred him. Rev. George Lee Murder was unsolved VOTER SUPPRESSION IS REAL