Albany Civil Rights Institute

God Bless America! 🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day!!! Let Freedom Ring!

Your presence matters. Your voice matters. Your perspective matters.

Join us for Harlem Nights: “Reimagining the Dream”, where we’ll come together to reflect, engage, and inspire change. This powerful evening will feature a keynote address from Dr. Marlon Scott, followed by a Youth Panel Discussion on what “a movement” means for the future. This is more than just an event—it’s a space for real conversations and real impact. Come ready to be inspired, be heard, and be part of the movement.

➡️ Wednesday, February 19 | 6:30 PM
➡️ Albany Civil Rights Museum

The Albany Area Chamber proudly celebrates Black History Month by honoring the impactful contributions of Black owned businesses in our community. Tag your favorite Black owned local businesses below. Let's come together to celebrate, uplift, and champion the legacy of excellence and innovation that Black owned businesses bring to the Albany area —today, tomorrow, and every day.

Walking Through History: Albany's African American Heritage Trail | Visit Albany, Georgia Albany, Georgia, is a city with a long story that has shaped the South and beyond. Take a walk through history and learn about the impacts Albany's leaders and

During Black History Month, VA honors the achievements and patriotism of American Veterans, like those who served in the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion in WWII. The unit arrived in England in Feb 1945 to clear a huge mail backlog, sorting it in half the expected time.

Did you know that in 1961, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. came to Albany, Georgia, to encourage and inspire thousands with three impassioned speeches before sparking Albany’s Famous Civil Rights March to the Trailways Bus Station?

Join us in celebrating his life and legacy, the impact on the Albany Movement and our chapter in the larger civil rights story with a visit to the Albany Civil Rights Institute or on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!

On this day in 1963, Dad marched for justice and freedom. He shared a dream that inspired millions and ignited generational movements for change. But despite, significant progress, that dream has never been fully realized. We have the power and ability to change that — together.