Historic Change: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Reverend Dr. Pauli Murray
Pauli Murray is regarded as one of the most important social justice advocates of the twentieth century. Murray was a staunch advocate for the rights of women and people of color and fought tirelessly for civil rights. As a poet, writer, activist, organizer, legal theorist, and priest, Murray was directly involved in, and helped articulate, the intellectual foundations of two of the most important social justice movements of the twentieth century.
About the Program
Join us as we celebrate the latest release in the American Women Quarters™ Program, the first circulating coin program dedicated to honoring women whose achievements, triumphs and legacies reflect the strength, perseverance, and resiliency of our nation. Our program will include opening remarks, a screening of the short film, Pauli Murray, and a panel discussion.