In the early 1960s, Atlanta became the cultural catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement, where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., John Lewis and many more civil rights leaders grew the movement …

Discover Atlanta’s pivotal role in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement. Visit the birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., along with many sites important to the movement.

As the epicenter of the American civil rights movement, Atlanta made history in its streets, homes, restaurants, schools and businesses. Here is a look at a pivotal group of Atlanta’s civil rights …

Atlanta is often called the cradle of the modern Civil Rights Movement. A strong infrastructure created by the organizations and businesses of “Sweet Auburn” Avenue combined with the …

Dec 1, 2006 · During the period 1940–70, local and national black leaders based in Atlanta developed and implemented strategies and tactics to increase black voting power, gain access …

Sep 9, 2004 · From Atlanta to the most rural counties in Georgia’s southwest Cotton Belt, Black activists protested white supremacy in myriad ways—from legal challenges and mass …

Their simple act of nonviolent, direct action launched a movement that helped end segregation and pave the way for civil rights legislation in 1964. In Atlanta, the roots of racial...

Jan 17, 2025 · So one civil rights leader in Atlanta, Lonnie C. King, came up with a plan to change that. To build momentum, he turned to his childhood friend, Martin Luther King Jr., for support. …

It highlights Atlanta’s role in the movement from 1940 to 1970, provides a timeline of key events, and offers information on other civil rights printed and online resources.

The civil rights movement was a watershed period in American history. The Atlanta region played a crucial role in this movement: It was home to key leaders and organizations, and the city …