9 Historic Sites to See From Selma to Montgomery
Take a look at a few prominent places in Black history.
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Black History in 54 Miles - The state of Alabama is home to several historic landmarks and must-see sites that are iconic stops on the road to civil and voting rights in America. From Brown Chapel AME Church to the Edmund Pettus Bridge, take a look at a few prominent places in Black history. — Brea C. Mosley
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Brown Chapel AME Church - Brown Chapel AME Church was the starting point for the Selma to Montgomery marches in 1965. First Baptist Church, which was a neighboring church, was the headquarters for the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), who were the main organizers of the marches. (Photo: Birmingham News/Tamika Moore /Landov)
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The Edmund Pettus Bridge - When civil rights activists marched toward Montgomery, they were met at the Edmund Pettus Bridge with tear gas, clubs and other forms of violence at the hands of state and local law enforcement on March 7, 1965, also known as "Bloody Sunday." Today, at the foot of the bridge, the Selma Interpretive Center acts as a Welcome Center for the historic trails of Selma. It includes an interpretive exhibit and bookstore. (Photo: AL.COM /Landov)
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National Voting Rights Museum and Institute - Also located at the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge is the National Voting Rights Museum and Institute, which displays several historical images of the fight for voting rights. The institute provides knowledge about “Bloody Sunday” through community forums, exhibits and tours. (Photo: Jeff Haller/Keyhole Photo/Corbis)
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The Civil Rights Memorial - The Civil Rights Memorial in Montgomery honors civil rights leaders and activists who committed their lives to fighting for justice and equality. (Photo: AL.COM /Landov)
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