National Center for Civil and Human Rights

In honor of National Teachers Day, the Center invites educators to enjoy an afternoon of inspiration, exploration, and appreciation. Inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s belief that education should provide both “the power of concentration” and “worthy objectives on which to concentrate,” this special event offers teachers the opportunity to experience the Center at their own pace while discovering exhibitions, programs, and resources designed to support learning beyond the classroom.

Local Event: A Worthy Objective: National Teachers Day at the Center

Fulton County

Atlanta

Georgia

A Worthy Objective: National Teachers Day at...

 In honor of National Teachers Day, the Center invites educators to enjoy an afternoon of inspiration, exploration, and...

A Worthy Objective: National Teachers Day at the Center

Join author Katina Lett for a special Storytime in the Change Agent Adventure gallery as she reads her book Jett Gets a Pet. Through this heartwarming story, young readers will follow Jett’s exciting journey and discover lessons about responsibility, kindness, and caring for others.
Perfect for children and families, this interactive Storytime offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from the author while celebrating the joy of reading and storytelling. After the reading, guests will have the chance to engage with the book’s themes and explore how empathy, compassion, and everyday actions can help make a positive difference in the world around us.

Local Event: Saturday Adventures at the Center: Storytime with Katina Lett

Saturday Adventures at the Center: Storytime...

 Join author Katina Lett for a special Storytime in the Change Agent Adventure gallery as she reads her book Jett Gets a Pet....

Saturday Adventures at the Center: Storytime with Katina Lett

Join us this Saturday for an unforgettable experience with interactive storyteller Mama Koku, who will lead high-energy, improvised storytelling sessions at 12 p.m. Known for her magnetic stage presence, Mama Koku transforms storytelling into “story-doing,” inviting children and families to step into the narrative and become part of the performance. Each session is lively, creative, and completely unique, blending imagination, movement, and collaboration in a way that keeps audiences fully engaged.
While you’re here, be sure to explore <a href="https://www.civilandhumanrights.org/change-agent-adventure/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Change Agent Adventure: Children’s Gallery</a>, an interactive space designed for children 12 and under. This hands-on “secret headquarters” invites kids to play, create, and build confidence as they discover what it means to be a changemaker.

Local Event: Saturday Adventures at the Center: Mama Koku

Saturday Adventures at the Center: Mama Koku

 Join us this Saturday for an unforgettable experience with interactive storyteller Mama Koku, who will lead high-energy,...

The fight for justice, equality, and civic participation belongs to all of us, and it is never too early to begin learning how to make a difference. CIVICS 4 ALL AGES!&nbsp;is&nbsp;a special family learning experience that helps participants better understand how government works, why civic engagement matters, and how individuals can create change in their communities. Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, families will explore the foundations of civics in a welcoming and accessible environment.

Local Event: CIVICS 4 All Ages!!

CIVICS 4 All Ages!!

 The fight for justice, equality, and civic participation belongs to all of us, and it is never too early to begin learning how...

Center for Civil and Human Rights

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Midtown

Fulton

Morningside

DeKalb County

East Atlanta

Virginia Highland-Druid Hills

DeKalb

Druid Hills

Patch AM Team

Gresham Park

Buckhead

Hapeville

North Decatur

Candler-McAfee

Join us for an immersive day-long experience offering multiple pathways to process grief through cultural, somatic &amp; integrative practices.
Grief is one of the most universal human experiences and one of the least supported.
In a culture that moves quickly and prizes resilience as the absence of pain, many of us have learned to carry our losses quietly, tucking them into the edges of daily life. Over time, unwitnessed grief doesn't simply fade. It settles into the body, shapes our nervous system, and influences how we relate to ourselves and to the people around us.
This retreat offers something different. A day to pause, to understand, to be gently held by practices that speak to your entire being-your body, your mind, your heart, and your spirit. SIGNUP:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/life-after-grief-retreata-sacred-day-of-clarity-understanding-tickets-1987098156076#location" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">eventbrite.com/e/life-after-grief-retreata-sacred-day-of-clarity-understanding-tickets-1987098156076#location</a>
Whether you are grieving a person, a relationship, a dream, a diagnosis, a pregnancy, or a version of yourself you once knew — you are welcome here, exactly as you are. Come seeking clarity about what you've been experiencing. Come for insight into how grief moves through us. Come simply to rest in a community that understands this terrain without needing you to explain it.
When grief is witnessed...... when it is gently moved through the body and tended within safe community — neuroscience shows us that the nervous system begins to shift. The chronic activation of stress responses softens. New neural pathways open. What felt frozen begins, slowly, to move....here our grief can begin to take shape and meaning.
Ancient healing traditions understood this long before modern research confirmed it. We do not heal in isolation. We heal in relationship with ourselves, with our bodies, witnessing one another, and with something larger than our individual stories.
This day weaves together somatic practice, sound medicine, creative expression, neuroscience, ancestral ritual wisdom, and the quiet power of compassionate community...offering multiple pathways so you can follow what feels most nourishing and true for you.
There is no right way to move through this day. There is no place you should be by now. There is only this moment, this space, and a warm invitation to receive what you need.

Local Event: Life after Grief Retreat - A Sacred Day of Clarity & Understanding

Life after Grief Retreat - A Sacred Day of...

Join us for an immersive day-long experience offering multiple pathways to process grief through cultural, somatic &...

Life after Grief Retreat - A Sacred Day of Clarity & Understanding

Dillard's

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the fight against breast cancer.
Receive a complimentary bra fitting. For every guest who gets fit and purchases a regular-price Wacoal or b.tempt’d bra at the event, Wacoal will donate $5 to Susan G. Komen®, supporting breast cancer research, patient services, and critical education programs.
Whether you’re overdue for a fitting, refreshing your top drawer, or simply looking for a meaningful way to give back, this is an easy way to do something good for yourself and your community.
Bring your daughters, friends, sisters, and neighbors. Make it a girls’ day with purpose!
The event runs all day; check your location for availability. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome, and the event is open to all.

Local Event: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer...

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the...

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Center Stage Theater

John Violinist is an internationally recognized violinist whose performances bridge contemporary R&amp;B, soul, and modern instrumental&nbsp;artistry.&nbsp;Known for his dynamic stage presence and crowd engaging style, John has built a reputation&nbsp;for delivering concerts that are both&nbsp;musically rich and visually captivating.
He has performed for high-profile audiences, including appearances before&nbsp;Tom Werner, Anthony Anderson, Queen Latifah,&nbsp;Valerie Simpson and Simone Biles. John has been featured on&nbsp;Talk of the Table with Gayle King, and his work has aired on&nbsp;VH1, BET, and MTV.
In recognition of his creative influence, John was selected for TikTok's&nbsp;first 100 Black Creatives program and now serves as a partner with the platform.&nbsp;&nbsp;He has built a powerful online presence, amassing more than&nbsp;50 million views&nbsp;across social media.&nbsp;His collaborations include&nbsp;projects with&nbsp;Paramount&nbsp;and&nbsp;JBL Pro.&nbsp;John has been invited to perform at signature cultural events such as the National NAACP Gala in Boston, the Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony at the Connecticut State Capitol, the Juneteenth Freedom Foundation Festival in Washington, DC and the BET Soul Train Music Awards 50th Anniversary Soul Luncheon.
His debut album RISE, showcases his unique blend of soul, artistry and modern violin. It is out&nbsp;on all platforms!
<a href="https://www.johnviolinist.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.johnviolinist.com/</a>

Local Event: International John Violinist Coming to Center Stage Theater on Sat., Oct. 24, 2026 at 8pm

International John Violinist Coming to Center...

John Violinist is an internationally recognized violinist whose performances bridge contemporary R&B, soul, and modern...

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A Worthy Objective: National Teachers Day at the Center

OCT

4

12:00 PM

National Center for Civil and Human Rights, 100 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA

Saturday Adventures at the Center: Storytime with Katina Lett

OCT

10

11:00 AM

National Center for Civil and Human Rights, 100 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA

Saturday Adventures at the Center: Mama Koku

OCT

24

12:00 PM

100 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA

CIVICS 4 All Ages!!

NOV

14

1:00 PM

National Center for Civil and Human Rights, 100 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA

Life after Grief Retreat - A Sacred Day of Clarity & Understanding

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

International John Violinist Coming to Center Stage Theater on Sat., Oct. 24, 2026 at 8pm