On this date in 1991, the National Civil Rights Museum officially opened at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee, marking a significant moment in the history of the Civil Rights Movement. The museum was established to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who was assassinated at the Lorraine Motel on April 4, 1968.

The museum showcases the history of the Civil Rights Movement, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of African Americans from the era of slavery to modern times. The Lorraine Motel, which still contains the room where Dr. King stayed, is a central part of the museum and stands as a powerful symbol of the ongoing fight for equality and justice.

Since its opening, the National Civil Rights Museum has been an important educational and cultural landmark, attracting visitors from all over the world to learn about the struggle for civil rights and to honor those who fought for freedom and equality.