Reimagine the Legacy: Honoring Congressman John Lewis
Date and Time for this Past Event
- Friday, Jul 30, 2021 10am - 4pm
Details
On Friday, July 30, Downtown Atlanta’s business community, along with civil rights leaders, grassroots organizations, and luminaries will convene for a day in celebration and memory of Congressman John Lewis.
The public is strongly encouraged to participate in this inaugural event, which will return annually on the same day in Downtown Atlanta to Reimagine the Legacy of Congressman Lewis.
Schedule of Activities:
Mural Rededication: Starting at 10:00 a.m., the community will gather at the John Lewis HERO memorial in Sweet Auburn to celebrate the life of Congressman Lewis and reflect on how we can positively impact future generations.
Community-Wide Moment of Reflection: At 11:00 am, church bells will ring throughout Downtown for 80 seconds, initiating a community-wide moment of reflection.
Learning and Celebration: From 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Woodruff Park will host a celebration and opportunity for the community to gather and celebrate Lewis’ legacy and the vibrancy to be found and savored throughout the Fifth Congressional District.
Panel Discussion: The Boy From Troy: At 2:00 p.m. at the Auburn Avenue Research Library, there will be a special panel presentation featuring Shirley Franklin, former Atlanta Mayor; Sherry Frank, President of the Atlanta chapter of the National Council of Jewish Women; and Michael Collins, former chief of staff for Congressman John Lewis.
All Day Free Admission at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights – 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
