The Reverand George Lee Museum

06/19/2026

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

05/08/2026

Reverend George Lee was a courageous advocate for civil rights in Belzoni, Mississippi, during the Jim Crow era. Born in 1903, Lee became a prominent figure in the local community as a preacher and activist. He dedicated his life to fighting for voting rights for African Americans in the deeply segregated South.

Despite facing threats and violence, Lee fearlessly organized voter registration drives and encouraged fellow African Americans to exercise their right to vote. His outspokenness and activism made him a target for local white supremacists.

Tragically, on May 7, 1955, Reverend George Lee was fatally shot while driving home. His murder shocked the community and galvanized the Civil Rights Movement, sparking outrage and inspiring others to continue the fight for racial equality.

In honor of Lee's memory and his contributions to the struggle for civil rights, the Rev. George Lee Museum of African American History and Heritage was established in Belzoni. This museum serves as a tribute to Lee's legacy and a reminder of the challenges faced by African Americans in the Mississippi Delta.

Through exhibits on the Civil Rights Movement, African American culture, and the history of the region, the museum educates visitors about Lee's activism and the broader fight for equality. It also highlights the resilience and contributions of African Americans in the face of oppression.

The Rev. George Lee Museum of African American History and Heritage stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration, preserving the past while inspiring future generations to continue the struggle for justice and equality.

04/15/2026

April 14-15, 1865, marks a pivotal moment in American history, as it was during this time that President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. On April 14th, while attending a play at Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C., Lincoln was shot in the head by John Wilkes Booth, a Confederate sympathizer and actor. Lincoln died the following day, April 15th, making him the first U.S. president to be assassinated. The nation was plunged into mourning, and the event had profound implications for the post-Civil War Reconstruction era. Booth's actions had far-reaching consequences, shaping the course of American history for years to come.

04/15/2026

Jackie Robinson's impact on baseball and society was so profound that his jersey number, 42, was retired by all Major League Baseball teams in 1997, on the 50th anniversary of his debut. This unprecedented honor ensures that Robinson's legacy continues to be remembered and celebrated by fans, players, and communities across the United States. Retiring his number symbolizes his enduring influence on the game and serves as a reminder of his courageous stand against racial discrimination.

04/05/2026

04/04/2026

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