Register today to attend the 70th anniversary commemoration events August 28-30, 2025!
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RACIAL RECONCILIATION BEGINS BY TELLING THE TRUTH
August 28-30, 2025
Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS
REMEMBERING EMMETT
1955 marked a tragic chapter in American history–and sparked a movement that has changed the world.
This year marks the 70th anniversary of Emmett Louis Till’s kidnapping and murder. It serves as a testament to the audacious determination of Mamie Till-Mobley’s decision to “let the world see,” exposing the truth surrounding her son’s murder and igniting a spark that fueled the burgeoning civil rights movement. The Emmett Till Interpretive Center continues its work to preserve this memory and cherish our history authentically. Starting August 28, we will host a series of activities to honor his legacy and inspire the ongoing fight for justice and equality.
LOCATION
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
August 28
70TH ANNIVERSARY OPENING RECEPTION & THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE
6:00 PM
August 29
OPENING PLENARY
9:30 AM
REMEMBERING EMMETT: A CONVERSATION WITH THE EMMETT TILL GENERATION
10:00 AM
LEGACIES OF THE TILL STORY REMEMBER AND PAY TRIBUTE TO MAMIE TILL-MOBLEY
1:00 PM
ECHOES OF THE EMMETT TILL GENERATION: VOICES OF TODAY'S YOUTH AND A MOVEMENT TOWARDS REPARATIVE JUSTICE & RACIAL HEALING
3:00 PM
August 30
Our exhibit, Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See, will be on display during the commemoration. For more information, click here.
H.G. Carpenter Building
Walter Roberts Auditorium
Mississippi Valley State University
14000 US-82 W
Itta Bena, MS 38941
MEMORIAL SERVICE & WREATH LAYING CEREMONY
Seed Barn
Drew, Mississippi
TBD
For more information about anniversary activities and sponsorship opportunities, contact Cynthia Palmer, Event Coordinator at Till70th@emmett-till.org or 601.918.7809.