North Louisiana Civil Rights Coalition

Memories of the Movement @ David Raines Branch
2025-09-22 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Shreve Memorial Library — David Raines Branch, 2855 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr, Shreveport, LA, 71107, United States
Remembering Shreveport’s Civil Rights Legacy
A panel discussion series on the 60ᵗʰ year commemoration of the 1965 Voting Rights Act.
Panelists include:

Willie Bradford
Major Brock
Dr. C.E. McLain
Omari Ho-Sang
Brenda Wimberly
Moderator: Dr. Sharron Herron-Williams

Sportran Transit Directions:

From Intermodal Terminal to the Library
From Library back to the Terminal

These links are to Google Maps Transit, preset with the date and time (Arrival for the first, Departure for the second). Just replace the Intermodal Terminal with where you live and/or work for full directions.

Memories of the Movement @ Wallette Branch
2025-09-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Shreve Memorial Librry — Wallette Branch, 363 Hearne Ave, Shreveport, LA, 71103, United States
Remembering Shreveport’s Civil Rights Legacy
A panel discussion series on the 60ᵗʰ year commemoration of the 1965 Voting Rights Act.
Panelists include:

The Honorable Dottie Bell
Priscilla Metoyer
Brenda Wimberly
Rev. Asriel McLain
Moderator: Dr. Sharron Herron-Williams

Sportran Transit Bus Directions:

From Intermodal Terminal to Library in time for the event
From Library back to Intermodal Terminal after the event

These links are to Google Maps Transit, preset with the date and time (Arrival for the first, Departure for the second). Just replace the Intermodal Terminal with where you live and/or work for full directions.

Memories of the Movement @ Mooretown Branch
2025-09-29 11:30 - 13:00 | Shreve Memorial Library — Mooretown Branch, 4360 Hollywood Ave, Shreveport, LA, 71109, United States
Remembering Shreveport’s Civil Rights Legacy
RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER!!
A panel discussion series on the 60ᵗʰ year commemoration of the 1965 Voting Rights Act.
Panelists include:

Willie Bradford
Candace Higgenbotham
Carolyn Jones Sullivan
Dr. Calvin Ben Lester
Monica Blake Mickle
Moderator: Dr. Sharron Herron-Williams

Sportran Transit Bus Directions:

From Intermodal Terminal to Library in time for the event
From Library back to Intermodal Terminal after the event

These links are to Google Maps Transit, preset with the date and time (Arrival for the first, Departure for the second). Just replace the Intermodal Terminal with where you live and/or work for full directions.

Inaugural Legends Gala Honoring Civil Rights Greats
2025-11-15 18:00 - 20:30 | Shreveport Convention Center, 400 Caddo St, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
Join us as we posthumously honor Dr. Harry Blake, Dr. E. Edward Jones, Mamie Love Wallace, Dr. C.C. McLain, and Rev. H. Calvin Austin at the inaugural Legends Gala!
The Legends Gala will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at the Shreveport Convention Center, where we will gather to pay tribute to extraordinary individuals whose lives were dedicated to advancing civil rights and human dignity.
As we prepare to establish the first Civil Rights Museum in North Louisiana, we recognize that the foundation of this sacred space is built upon the selfless acts, unwavering faith, and determined leadership of this year’s inaugural honorees including Rev. Dr. Harry Blake, Rev. Dr. E. Edward Jones, Mamie Love Wallace, Rev. Dr. C.C. McLain, and Rev. H. Calvin Austin. Their sacrifices, courage, and steadfast pursuit of equality have paved the way for future generations, and we are committed to ensuring their contributions are never forgotten.
This semi-formal event promises to be a night filled with dinner, memories, music, and heartfelt tributes to beloved civil rights legends! Tickets will go on sale Tues. September 30. This benefit supports the continued restoration of Old Galilee Baptist Church—future home of the North Louisiana Civil Rights Museum, where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke in Shreveport, LA!
Musical Performances:

Galilee Missionary Baptist Church Choir (Facebook)
New Dimen0sions Choral Society (spirituals!) (Facebook)

Tickets & Table Sponsorships now Sold Out!

Thanks to our Sponsors!
Gold Corporate Sponsor:

Platinum Table Sponsors:

Gold Table Sponsors:

James E. Stewart, Sr. — Caddo Parish District Attorney
Ochsner LSU Health

Silver Table Sponsors:

Delta Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Shreveport Alumnæ Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Harry Blake Ministries
Signature Property Management
World Alliance Ministries, Inc.

Bronze Table Sponsors:

Dr. Gary Dillard Joiner, Ph.D.
Shreveport (LA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated
Paradise Baptist Church

In-Kind Sponsors:

MMCC Forensic, LLC
Multicultural Center of the South
Pendley Piano Gallery

Donors:

Heavenly Gates Funeral Home
Ron Smith Creative
Wendell Wilson Art, LLC

Sportran Transit Bus Directions:

From Intermodal Terminal to Convention Center in time for the event
From Convention Center back to Intermodal Terminal after the event

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