The Legacy Experience Reopening

The National Civil Rights Museum invites you to the grand reopening of its newly expanded Legacy Experience on Saturday, May 16, 2026. This reimagined experience offers a powerful journey through civil and human rights history—from the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968 to the movements shaping our world today.

For opening day only, enjoy $15 single-price admission, a 40% savings off the new standard adult admission of $25. New tiered pricing for children, seniors, and college students begins Sunday, May 17, 2026.

Two Buildings. One Powerful Experience.

• Lorraine Motel Exhibitions (1619–1968): Explore the history of the Civil Rights Movement and the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

• Legacy Experience (1968–Today): Discover how movements for economic justice, education, housing, gender equity, and nonviolence continue the struggle for rights and dignity.

Opening Day Highlights – May 16, 2026

• Ribbon-cutting ceremony

• Live music and cultural performances

• Family-friendly activities and interactive experiences

• Launch of “Our Stories. Our Museum,” a summer community story-sharing initiative

Be part of this historic reopening and experience two buildings united in one powerful story of justice, resilience, and hope.