Located in Montgomery, Alabama, the Freedom Rides Museum is a renowned institution dedicated to preserving the history and significance of the Freedom Rides movement in the United States. The museum provides a compelling and immersive experience, allowing visitors to delve deep into the events that transpired during this pivotal period in civil rights history. Through informative exhibits, thought-provoking presentations, and engaging storytelling, the museum aims to educate and inspire guests about the courageous actions of the Freedom Riders and their impact on the fight for equality and justice. With its passionate commitment to advocating for social change and promoting a more inclusive society, the Freedom Rides Museum stands as a powerful testament to the triumphs and struggles of the civil rights movement.
Reviews
Great experience to stand where history was made. We were there for the unveiling of several new exhibits. We actually sang with James Lawson Jr. one of the original Freedom Riders! Wonderful experience, great people act worth the price of admission. I was a guest of the Lewis family which made the experience that much more historic. It's a must visit if your into history... Our history.
It's closed on Sunday so we were only able to walk around the outside of the museum. Despite being closed, there was a ton of information posted outside the building. It's well worth the stop to learn the details of such historic events and such brave and selfless people. We also stopped by the Baptist Church where the Freedom Riders hid after the initial attack. It's only a few minutes away.
The Museum is filled with displays and literature that depict the journey of the brave Freedom Riders. These individuals sacrificed their safety and lives to help mistreated Black Americans exercise their right to travel freely and sit where they wanted on buses, trains and airplanes. The site director conducts tours and informational sessions.
This was a wonderful experience that was packed with so much history. One of my favorite parts was to actually see and read a green book. Staff was very helpful and knowledgeable! Exhibit was intriguing and facility was inviting and clean.
Small museum in a repurposed bus station. There are some plaques outside that tell enough of the story...inside you just get a few more details. Staff is friendly. I wish, however, they would allow photography inside. Not sure why this would be banned.
Very good overview of the freedom riders movement from inception. Highlight on precursors of the freedom rides and updates on what became of the actors 50 years later.
So much important history in one small building. Don't skip this museum. The people who work there are incredibly kind and helpful.
The staff at this museum are amazing. Natalie gave a great introduction to the museum with background info on the building and the history of the Freedom Riders leading up to Montgomery and beyond to Jackson. Highly recommend visiting. It will take you about 45 minutes to an hour to visit.
Great experience to stand where history was made. We were there for the unveiling of several new exhibits. We actually sang with James Lawson Jr. one of the original Freedom Riders! Wonderful experience, great people act worth the price of admission. I was a guest of the Lewis family which made the experience that much more historic. It's a must visit if your into history... Our history.
It's closed on Sunday so we were only able to walk around the outside of the museum. Despite being closed, there was a ton of information posted outside the building. It's well worth the stop to learn the details of such historic events and such brave and selfless people. We also stopped by the Baptist Church where the Freedom Riders hid after the initial attack. It's only a few minutes away.
Location
210 S Court St, Montgomery, AL 36104, United States
Hours
- Monday Close
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Tuesday
11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Wednesday
11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Thursday
11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Friday
11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Saturday
10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Sunday Close
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