Inaugural Martyrs Day National Event - New York, NY

The Inaugural Martyrs Day National event will take place at the historic Riverside Church in New York City, in-person and via livestream.
About this Event

Freedom is not free. This Fourth of July marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of The Declaration of Independence. Founded by Gloria J. Browne-Marshall, Martyrs Day is the first national day of remembrance for American martyrs, a day to honor slain protesters and activists, and pay tribute to those whose untimely deaths led to protests for positive change in civil rights laws in the United States.

Join us for the Inaugural Martyrs Day National Event at the historic Riverside Church in New York City on Sunday, July 5, from 2:00–4:00 PM.

This special gathering will bring together community members, leaders, artists, and advocates for an afternoon of reflection, remembrance, and recommitment. The program will include:

• Panel discussion: “Martyrs, Memory, and Recommitment”
• Commemorative ceremony
• Singing and musical selections
• Book signing

Attend in person at Riverside Church or join via livestream from anywhere in the country.

Date: Sunday, July 5
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Riverside Church, New York City + Livestream

Questions? Contact: [email protected]

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Become a Sponsor and receive prime seating, an acknowledgment in the program, on the website as well as on social media, and a memento of this historic event. For information about Sponsorship tiers, go to: MartyrsDay.us/invitation or [email protected]

Sales end July 2. RSVP Required - Space is limited.