Appreciative of the for-thought to preserve the home of Medgar Evers. He was a civil rights activist who was the NAACP's first field secretary in Mississippi. He was a United States Army veteran who served in World War II. He was involved in efforts to overturn racial segregation at the University of Mississippi, end the segregation of public facilities, and expand opportunities for African Americans, including the enforcement of voting rights prior to his assassination on June 12, 1963 in the driveway of his home. He was buried at Arlington National Cemetery (with full military honors). read more

Medgar Evers Historical House & Museum - Front of home - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Jackson, Mississippi

Medgar Evers (1925-1963) was a pioneering African American civil rights activist and the first NAACP field secretary in Mississippi, working tirelessly to dismantle segregation and secure voting rights. A World War II veteran, he investigated racist crimes, including the Emmett Till murder, and organized protests. His 1963 assassination in his driveway by a white supremacist brought national attention to the fight for equality. You can visit the house where Evers and his family lived and where Medgar was assassinated. See the reproduction of the bedrooms , the house, the kitchen and appliances as well as one of the bullet holes from a previous drive by shooting. There is even a map of where the assassin was. Very interesting stuff. The house is preserved by the NPS. It's free to enter and there were two rangers there to explain the history. read more

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Medgar Evers was one of Mississippi's best and brightest. I finally got to visit his former home, now a National Historic Landmark, after a work trip to Mississippi in June 2019 that included stops in Tupelo, Indianola, Greenwood, the Mississippi Choctaw reservation, and Jackson. While everyone has a different experience when visiting sites on the United States Civil Rights Trail, I prefer to be inspired by the legacy of martyred civil rights activists and carry the torch forward. With that in mind, here are some of Medgar Evers' key accomplishments: - Served in the US Army during World War II. - First field secretary for the NAACP in Mississippi. - First Black person to apply to the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) Law School; he was denied admission based on his race. - Helped to desegregate Ole Miss by supporting James Meredith's efforts to enroll at the school. - Led investigations of Emmett Till's lynching. - One year after he was assassinated, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed into law on the day that would have been his 39th birthday. - Posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in May 2024. read more

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Medgar & Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. Medgar Evers was assassinated in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, Evers lived with the constant threat of death. A large white supremacist population and the KKK were present in Jackson. The risk was so high that before his death, Evers and his wife, Myrlie, had taught their children on what to do in case of a shooting, bombing, or attack on their lives. Evers, who was regularly followed home by at least 2 FBI cars and a police car, arrived at his home on the morning of his death without an escort. None of his usual protection was present, for reasons unspecified by the FBI or local police. There has been speculation that many members of the police force at the time were members of the Klan In 2017, Medgar Evers House was named as a National Historic Landmark. It later was designated a National Monument. The house was locked because of the government shut down. We did see somebody from the Park's department, telling us that we can peek in windows and go around and into the garden. It was hard to peek in the windows. read more

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What a powerful experience. I am so glad this is part of the National Park Service. I loved to hear the explanation of what was done to protect civil rights leaders. I would recommend for anyone interested in learning about the past so it does not happen again. read more

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This is the site of an awful tragedy. On June 12, 1963, Medgar Evers, a local civil rights leader, gunned town in his own home, in front of his family. The house is located in a deteriorating neighborhood with tons of street parking available. The house is currently not doing any tours and I was limited to viewing the outside. The house and grounds that it is on is well maintained and looks great, especially considering its age and that it is not occupied. The outside was still cool as there is a historical marker out front and a placard on the front of the house that give a brief description of what happened at the house. You will find some pictures from the night of the incident and more information to help put you into that fateful night on the side of the house under the car port. It shows you where the shooter was, where is car was seen and where the bullet traveled. There is also a Park Service placard showing its designation as a National Historic Landmark over there is well. Strangely enough, Evers' murderer was not brought to justice until 1994, over 30 years after the shooting, when he was convicted and given a life sentence by a racially diverse jury. This is not a long stop and I really was glad that I was able to make it here. I wish I was able to go in, but oh well. Anyway, this is a must visit if you are in Jackson. read more

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Spent a few days in Jax, MS to do some history site seeing. This was one of the houses that I added at the last minute. Thankful Mrs Minnie agreed to do the tour for us. Make sure you don't miss this tour, you must call and make reservations with her, thru Tugaloo college. Very simple process, they will give you her phone number. We visited this historic house that was unfortunately the site of a very traumatic event in our American history. The house is well taken care of by the college, easy to find, and clean. I cant express enough the wealth of information you will receive from the guide. Best tour so far in MS! I highly recommend, the tour is free, but feel free to leave a tip in the box. read more

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Although this system deserves 5 stars the history of what happened in this home and on this property was tragic. It's ties in how the system was and is designed to have control over our lives as humans,activist or just people with a soul. Medgar was an Amazing purpose. He gave his life for fighting against Jim Crow segregation and equal rights for all. To be simply gun down in this driveway from a high powered military rifle... And only one person was locked up YEARS after the tragedy had taken place. So this runt had all them years to teach other people of hate how to indoctrinate this concept and basically get away with murder. That's my opinion. Look around you if you don't like it. It's happening - and only Love can conquer hate but fire will burn it to the ground. read more

Medgar Evers Historical House & Museum - Opposite side of kitchen wall - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Jackson, Mississippi

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I love taking in history. Yes, I'm a nerdy girl! For those who aren't aware, Medgar Evers was a civil rights activist and native Mississippian who worked to overturn segregation at the University of Mississippi and gain social justice and voting rights. Medgar's efforts paved the way for James Howard Meredith, who was the first black student to enroll at Ole Miss. EPIC. And here's what brings us to his home: "In the early morning of June 12, 1963, just hours after President John F. Kennedy's nationally televised Civil Rights Address, Evers pulled into his driveway after returning from a meeting with NAACP lawyers. Emerging from his car and carrying NAACP T-shirts that read "Jim Crow Must Go", Evers was struck in the back with a bullet fired from an Enfield 1917 rifle; the bullet ripped through his heart. He staggered 30 feet (9.1 meters) before collapsing. He was taken to the local hospital in Jackson, Mississippi where he was initially refused entry because of his race. His family explained who he was and he was admitted; he died in the hospital 50 minutes later." (Per Wikipedia) The home is nicely preserved with plaques and photos to remember Evers' legacy and that fateful day. Nice little Jackson neighborhood, no need to fear for your safety. (Which can sometimes be the case with memorial homes such as these) Walking on the very driveway where Medgar lost his life was quite surreal. Great, quaint monument. Definitely worth the visit when you're in Jackson! read more

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It was closed when we arrived, it was sad to see the neighborhood was so rundown, especially for a historical area.

Unless you contact them in advance, there is only access to the outside of the house. There's a sign posted on the lawn with details of what occurred. On the windows, a bit more of the story is told. It is well preserved and I hope they keep it that way. read more

Medgar Evers Historical House & Museum - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Jackson, Mississippi

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Wonderful exhibit!! Ms. Minnie Watson was a fantastic story teller, keeping my 3 kids engaged, answering their questions and sharing facts interesting to them. We stopped by on a Monday morning and secured a tour, it is recommended that you make a reservation. Great Civil Rights Historical Visit. read more

A true martyr; I am so proud and grateful for Mr. Evers' contributions and declaring that "Jim Crow Must Go!"