Emmett Till Interpretive Center

Emmett Till Intrepid Centre

A place, places, that hit you harder than any book ever could, with the truth, the reality of that beautiful boys final journey. The story of Emmett Till, is one that should, must never be forgotten. ...

A must stop to understand the Mississippi Delta

This is a MUST if you are travelling in the Mississippi Delta. The interpretive center tells the story of Emmett Till, a 14 year old boy who was brutally tortured and murdered in 1955 for allegedly w...

Where is the justice?

Educational site that raises awareness to injustices of our legal system that were perpetuated during the civil rights era. Seeing the courthouse really makes you think. The displays in the center pro...

Be prepared for education and honesty.

My husband and I, along with a good friend of ours, were in the early days of 10-day Civil Rights tour of our own design. We had tried to do our homework and make meaningful choices for how to spend...

Much to Contemplate in the Delta

The New York Times and NPR have both reported on the Emmett Till Interpretative Trail, which is a series of sites linked to the murder of 14 year-old Emmett Till in 1955. The Center, located in Sumner...