1-60 Minutes
Explore the Freedom Riders Story
Freedom Riders National Monument
Explore the indoor and outdoor exhibits that tell the stories of the Freedom Riders. Indoor exhibits are limited to open hours, but outdoor exhibits are always available.
Explore the Freedom Riders story with indoor and outdoor exhibits at the Historic Anniston Greyhound Bus Depot. Outdoor Exhibits: Always available Admire the mural showing a Greyhound Bus where the Freedom Riders were attacked May 14, 1961. Read about their incredible story on interpretive panels surrounding the mural focusing on the backstory of the riders and how the events unfolded on that day. Listen to the voice of Hank Thomas, from the audio player under the historic marker on the street, as he describes his experience on the bus and the attacks that followed. Indoor Exhibits: Limited Hours Explore a deeper version of the stories by reading the exhibits inside the depot. These exhibits tell a larger story including the Origins of the Congress for Racial Equality and the movement the attack in Anniston inspired. Watch the PBS documentary "Freedom Riders" to experience the video clips and interviews from Freedom Riders.
Tags
Museum ExhibitsAfrican American HeritageIncarcerationSocial MovementsCivil RightsTragic EventsTransportationRoads, Routes and HighwaysFreedomFreedom Ridersfreedom riders national monumentFreedom Riders National Monumentsfighting for freedom
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Details
Duration
1-60 Minutes
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility
The side entrance to the depot has a small ramp and serves as the accessible entrance on this historic structure. The front entrance has a step and would be difficult to enter for wheelchairs. The mural area has no steps and a gentle slope.
Pets
Yes — Pets are allowed in the outdoor exhibits and inside the depot, but visitors should have control of their animal.
Reservations
No
Location
Historic Anniston Greyhound Bus Depot