Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
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Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument

Hours

Hours vary by day

Entrance Fee

Free

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Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home at a glance

Best time
March–May, October–November
Trip length
Half day–1 day
Don't miss
Main Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home highlights — see Things to Do for current listings
Nearby city
Jackson, MS

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About Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument

Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant leader of the American Civil Rights Movement, and it became a catalyst for passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Myrlie Evers continues to promote issues of racial equality and social justice.

No current NPS alerts

The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.

Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 10, 2026). Official Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument page on nps.gov

Weather Information

  • Spring

    Temperatures usually range from 50 F to 83 F.

  • Summer

    Be prepared for heat and humidity.

  • Fall

    Temperatures usually range from 55 F to 79 F.

  • Winter

    Temperatures range from 40 F to 63 F.

Rain is common. Thunderstorms are common. Rain is common.

Operating Hours

Our service hours are Tuesday-Saturday 9am-4pm, CLOSED from 12-1pm for lunch. Grounds of the home are open sunrise to sunset every day. Please respect neighbors' privacy and private property.

  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday9:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Wednesday9:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Thursday9:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Friday9:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Saturday9:00AM - 4:00PM
  • SundayClosed

Myrlie's Garden

Myrlie's Garden is open sunrise to sunset daily.

  • MondaySunrise to Sunset
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Common questions

Planning Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument

The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.

Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.