The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant leader of the American Civil Rights Movement, and it became a catalyst for passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Myrlie Evers continues to promote issues of racial equality and social justice.
Photo: NPS Photo
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle.
- LocationJackson, MS
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursToday: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
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Weather now85°F Overcast
- Alerts No active alerts
Overview
Topics
- African American Heritage
- Assassinations
- Civil Rights
- Monuments and Memorials
- Social Movements
- Tragic Events
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Today: 9:00AM - 4:00PM · Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home
Hours by area (2)
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Medgar and Myrlie Evers HomeToday: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Our service hours are Tuesday-Saturday 9am-4pm, CLOSED from 12-1pm for lunch. Grounds of the home are open sunrise to sunset every day. Please respect neighbors' privacy and private property.
Monday Closed Tuesday 9:00AM - 4:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 4:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 4:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 4:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 4:00PM Sunday Closed -
Myrlie's GardenDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
Myrlie's Garden is open sunrise to sunset daily.
Monday Sunrise to Sunset Tuesday Sunrise to Sunset Wednesday Sunrise to Sunset Thursday Sunrise to Sunset Friday Sunrise to Sunset Saturday Sunrise to Sunset Sunday Sunrise to Sunset
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
2332 Margaret Walker Alexander DriveJackson, MS 39213
Contact the park
Weather & conditions
85°F
Overcast · feels like 87°
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Today
90° 73°
Overcast17% rain -
Tomorrow
88° 72°
Light rain shower86% rain -
Sunday
82° 71°
Patchy rain nearby59% rain
Updated 2 hr ago
What to expect by season
Spring: Temperatures usually range from 50 F to 83 F. Rain is common. Summer: Be prepared for heat and humidity. Temperatures usually range from 70 F to 95 F. Thunderstorms are common. Fall: Temperatures usually range from 55 F to 79 F. Winter: Temperatures range from 40 F to 63 F. Rain is common.
Getting There
Jackson, MS 39213
The national monument is located in Jackson, Mississippi, off Medgar Evers Blvd., approximately 1.5 miles southeast of I-220. If you wish to collect an NPS passport cancellation stamp, visit 2332 Margaret Walker Alexander Drive.
Mailing address: 1425 Lelia Dr, Jackson, MS 39216
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