Merle Evers Williams
Civil rights activist and organizational leader who became prominent after the 1963 assassination of her husband Medgar Evers; later chaired the NAACP, founded the Medgar and Merle Evers Institute, ran for Congress, and served in civic leadership roles.
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Apr 4, 2026 • 31min
Saturday Matinee: The United States Civil Rights Trail
Rena Evers-Everett, daughter of Medgar Evers, recalls family memories and legacy. Merle Evers-Williams, longtime civil rights leader and organizer, shares her journey from NAACP work to public service. They discuss courtship and activism in Mississippi, working under threat, the assassination night, grief and resilience, and efforts to preserve Medgar’s memory and impact.
