Building on the recent acquisition of rare legal documents related to the Emmett Till case, FSU Libraries invites the campus and community to attend the Emmett Till Lecture Series on September 17, 2026, in the Broad Auditorium at the Claude Pepper Center at FSU.
The event will feature Patrick Weems, Executive Director of the Emmett Till Interpretive Center, and Gloria Dickerson, Executive Director of W2gether and a longtime civil rights activist. Together, they will explore the legacy of Emmett Till, the importance of preserving civil rights history, and the power of community engagement in advancing understanding and social change.
As Executive Director of the Emmett Till Interpretive Center in Sumner, Mississippi, Weems has helped lead national efforts to preserve and interpret the history of Emmett Till’s life and legacy. Through educational programming, historical preservation initiatives, and community partnerships, he works to ensure that this pivotal story in American history continues to inspire learning, reflection, and meaningful dialogue.
Dickerson brings decades of experience as a civil rights advocate, community leader, and educator. Through her leadership of W2gether and her longstanding commitment to equity, civic engagement, and social justice, she has helped create opportunities for communities to engage in important conversations about race, history, and reconciliation.
The Emmett Till Lecture Series offers a unique opportunity to connect historical records with contemporary perspectives and to engage with leaders dedicated to ensuring that the lessons of the past remain relevant for future generations.
The reception starts at 5:15 PM in the Claude Pepper Museum, followed by the lecture at 6:00 PM, ending at 7:15 PM. Please RSVP and join us for snacks and conversation before the presentation begins!
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