"A Civil Rights Journey" showcases the remarkable archive of Dr. Doris Derby, a photographer, activist, and anthropology professor who played a vital role during the Civil Rights Movement in the southern United States, particularly in Mississippi. Derby captured the intimate and human aspects of the struggle for survival and rights through her photography, documenting political events, community programs, and the everyday lives of individuals. Her work reflects both the organization of protests and the founding of literacy and community theater initiatives, often amidst danger and tragedy. The collection features significant figures like Muhammad Ali, Alice Walker, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Jesse Jackson, while also highlighting everyday scenes of joy, frustration, and connection among ordinary people. This extensive volume presents Derby's images in sequences that illustrate rural and urban poverty, provide ethnographic insights into specific communities, and chronicle the lives of African American children in the Mississippi Delta. It captures pivotal moments such as the Jackson State University shooting, Martin Luther King Jr.'s funeral, and the 1968 Democratic Convention. Derby's photographs create a rich portrait of a historical era that continues to influence today's world, emphasizing the ongoing work needed for social justice. Accompanying texts by artist photographer Hannah Collins recount the events depicted in Derby's p
