Learn about noted African Americans, many born in South Carolina, with local and national accomplishments.
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Eartha Kitt's journey from a small town in South Carolina to international stardom is a testament to her extraordinary talent and resilience, celebrated annually on Eartha Kitt Day in her home state...
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South Carolina’s own Reverend Jesse Jackson made history challenging library segregation with the Greenville Eight. Did you know that before Jesse Jackson’s honorable role as a civil rights leader and...
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The Brown v. Board of Education court case is recognized as one of the most crucial court cases in U.S. history. In 1951, plaintiff Oliver Brown filed a lawsuit against the Board of Education of...
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Scavenger Hunt for the Cecil Williams South Carolina Civil Rights Museum
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This resource was created to engage students in the viewing of "The World of Cecil"documentary. This guide covers part two of the series.
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This resource was created to engage students in the viewing of "The World of Cecil"documentary. This guide covers part one of the series.
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Marian Wright Edelman has dedicated her life to advancing civil rights and children’s rights. Born in South Carolina in 1939, she was inspired by her father to pursue education despite adversity...
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James E. Clyburn, a prominent figure in American politics, serves as the Assistant Democratic Leader in the U.S. House of Representatives and Chairman of the Democratic Faith Working Group. He is...
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Honorable Matthew James Perry, Jr. was a trailblazing civil rights attorney and the first African American federal judge in South Carolina. Appointed to the U.S. District Court in 1979, he dedicated...
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Cecil Williams, a prolific photographer, captured the essence of the South Carolina Civil Rights movement. Starting at age 9, his talent led to early bookings for events. As a Jet magazine...
