The pictures below tell the story of Clark Memorial’s Historical Marking being unveiled as a kickoff to their 155 year Anniversary celebration. The event was exciting and well attended by members, family, friends, the United Methodist Bishop William McAlilly, District…
A unique community partnership is offering several great free programs to highlight civil rights activists and the 100-year anniversary of the 19th Amendment this month. Featured partners include Fisk University, Vanderbilt University, Choral Arts Link, Intersection, the Nashville Symphony, the…
Millions adore Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) for his selfless and lifelong dedication to civil and equal rights. Some idolize Lewis like a rock star, while most revere him as an icon. It is why presidents, politicians, members of Congress, and…
The NAACP highlighted 110 years of civil rights history, and the current fight for voting rights, criminal justice reform, economic opportunity and education quality during its 110th national convention this week in Detroit. The five-day event beginning on July 20…
The wings of a worker bee stilled There is an unusual quiet in the air as the wings of one of Nashville’s busiest “worker bees” has been stilled. She worked tirelessly to help Nashville’s many needy children. Frankie Blakely, born…
The movie The Butler raised this question among a multitude of Nashvillians: Why doesn’t Nashville have a museum recognizing and honoring the contributions of Nashville in the Civil Rights Movement? Why do you have to go to other cities like…
