EMMETT TILL INTERPRETIVE CENTER

Seventy years ago, in August 1955, Emmett Till was kidnapped from his great uncle's home, brutally beaten to death, and dumped in a river. His mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, held an open-casket funeral to show the world the reality of racism. These events ignited the civil rights movement.

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​Racial healing from this tragic event is essential for the progress and development of our community and state. The Emmett Till Interpretive Center plays a crucial role in this ongoing work. However, we cannot achieve our mission without your support.

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To maintain this momentum into the new year, we need your support more than ever! In honor of Emmett’s memory and the anniversary of his death, we invite our partners and supporters to consider a donation of $70 to this year’s campaign. We are seeking to raise $50,000 to enhance our programs, expand our resources, and ensure the continued growth of our museum. Your generous contribution will play a vital role in achieving these objectives and will make you an essential partner in preserving our shared history.

Please help us keep Emmett’s story alive by donating $70 today! Thank you for helping us honor Emmett’s legacy and continue the vital work of racial healing.