Our Story and Our Mission
A museum, a movement, and a gathering place for dialogue and change.
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights...
Believes in justice and dignity for everyone, everywhere. We exist to help people tap into their own power to advance freedom, equality, and inclusion. Through immersive exhibitions, dynamic events, and community-driven programs, the Center connects history to the present, helping individuals and institutions move from reflection to action.
Our Mission
To inspire the changemaker in each of us.
Our Origin Story
Imagined by civil rights icons Evelyn Lowery and Ambassador Andrew Young, and brought to life by former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, the Center was founded to honor the legacy of the U.S. Civil Rights Movement and connect it to global human rights struggles today. We opened our doors in 2014 on land donated by The Coca-Cola Company, steps away from the Georgia Aquarium and World of Coca-Cola.
From the past to the present
The Center is one of the few places in the world that explores the intersection of domestic civil rights history and global human rights. Through exhibitions, programs, and partnerships, we show how past movements continue to shape the present and how each of us can be part of what comes next.
Meet our team
Staff & Leadership
Our staff brings deep expertise in human rights, education, cultural engagement, and public history. We are educators, artists, organizers, and advocates united by a belief in the dignity and potential of every person.
Financials & Annual Reports
We transform storytelling, education, and community engagement into deeper understanding.
Program highlights from across exhibitions, education, and community engagement
Training data from our Truth & Transformation and DEI initiatives
A snapshot of our financial position
Recognition of our generous supporters and institutional partners
Our Partners
Change doesn’t happen in isolation. We are proud to collaborate with a wide network of partners including:
- Civil and human rights organizations
- Public schools and educators
- Museums and historical societies
- Corporate allies advancing workplace equity
- Artists, scholars, and cultural leaders
Together, we create programs and platforms that deepen understanding, expand access, and drive impact.
Interested in becoming a partner?
Explore Our Work
- Truth + Transformation: Advancing cultural repair through truth-telling, accountability, and collective action.
- Culture Connections: Building equitable workplaces through dialogue, learning, and lasting change.
- LGBTQ+ Institute: Empowering queer voices through advocacy, research, and pride.
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Contact Us
Have a question, comment, or opportunity? We’d love to hear from you.
National Center for Civil and Human Rights
100 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
678-999-8990 [email protected]