TJC MURALS
On the walls of our new building stand breathtaking tributes to civil rights and social justice trailblazers who paved the way for progress. These tributes portray iconic figures such as Rev. James Lawson and also include murals created by artists Charles Key and Omari Booker. The inspiring artworks serve as a constant reminder of our ongoing pursuit of equity and justice. They also serve as an ode to the transformative impact of those who came before us, fueling our dedication to creating a brighter future for all!
Noah Parden
Diane Nash
Nashville Sixteen
John Henry Hale
Ida B Wells
Callie House
First Day of School 1957
Georgia Patton Washington
Anne Dallas Dudley
Millie Gibson Hale
Nelson Merry
The Innate Warrior
James Lawson
Lutie Lytle
Mary Bell
The Black Panther Mural
SCHEDULE AN IN-PERSON MURAL TOUR
Visit us in-person for a one-of-a-kind tour diving even deeper into the beautiful murals on the exterior of our building! Each stroke of paint tells a story of the journeys of the many social justice advocates who came before us. Schedule your in-person tour today!
Please note that all weekend tours are self-guided. Tours facilitated by a TJC staff member are only available on weekdays and subject to their schedules.
Header collage image credits: Blackpast, Britannica, Eastern District of Tennessee District Outreach, Historical Marker Data Base, International Documentary Association, National Park Service, Pinterest, Syfy, Tennessee Justice Center, Tennessee State, Tennessee State Museum, The Tennessean, Wikipedia, Wayne State University.