This polished black granite memorial to everyone who helped advance the movement for civil rights for African Americans in Lee County from the 1950s-1970s is in front of the Lee County Courthouse.
The monument is cut in the shape of the state of Mississippi, and reads as follows:
“‘But let judgment run down as waters and righteousness as a mighty stream’
This monument is dedicated to honor all of the Lee County citizens who worked, served and participated in the 1950’s ’60s and ’70s movement to achieve civil and human rights. They placed their lives, families and livelihoods in jeopardy to fight for justice and equality. Their names are too numerous to list here, but their legacies will live on.
[etched design of the Selma-to-Montgomery Voting Rights March, which ended on 21 Mar 1965]
Dedicated on this the 21st day of March in the year of our Lord 2009
