[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 39 (Tuesday, March 5, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E210]
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           HONORING THE EMMETT TILL HISTORIC INTREPID CENTER

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 5, 2024

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
remarkable organization, The Emmett Till Historic Intrepid Center 
(E.T.H.I.C. Museum).
  The Emmett Till Historic Intrepid Center, also known as the 
E.T.H.I.C. Museum, is situated in Glendora, Mississippi (Tallahatchie 
County). This historic town holds significance as the birthplace of 
Sonny Boy Williamson II, a legendary figure celebrated as the ``King of 
the Harmonica.'' Since its inception in August 2005 under the visionary 
leadership of Mayor Johnny B. Thomas, the E.T.H.I.C. Museum has emerged 
as a beacon of remembrance and resilience, offering a sanctuary for 
reflection and education. As the first and sole museum dedicated to 
Emmett Till, the E.T.H.I.C. Museum holds a sacred responsibility to 
honor his memory and preserve his legacy. It stands as a testament to 
the enduring spirit of justice and reconciliation, bearing witness to 
the tumultuous chapters of history while striving to illuminate 
pathways towards healing and renewal.
  Housed in a former cotton gin once owned by J.W. Milam, one of 
Emmett's abductors, the museum's mission is to provide an immersive, 
thought-provoking, and educational journey to preserve and celebrate 
the historical and cultural heritage of Glendora, Tallahatchie County, 
and Mississippi.
  Through its diverse programs and initiatives, the museum seeks to 
raise awareness of African American and Mississippi's history, while 
promoting racial harmony and a deeper understanding of cultural 
diversity. By collaborating with existing projects and organizations 
and spearheading new initiatives, the museum endeavors to uphold and 
promote the rich cultural legacy of the Mississippi Delta.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing The Emmett 
Till Historic Intrepid Center, as a beacon of inspiration, driven by an 
unwavering dedication to enhancing our community and the esteemed state 
of Mississippi.

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