Joy has always been part of the story. Through generations of struggle, Black communities have found ways to celebrate, create, gather, laugh, and dream. Those moments of joy are not separate from history—they are acts of resilience. Opening June 12, Black Joy, in Spite of... explores the enduring pursuit of joy through photographs of formerly enslaved Tennesseans and their descendants, alongside original works by artists across the state that reflect on resistance, identity, and hope. Experience this powerful exhibition and the stories that remind us that joy itself can be transformative. 🗓 June 12 – August 14 📍 National Civil Rights Museum, 450 Mullberry St. Memphis, TN 38013 🎟 Included with museum admission Purchase your tickets today! Link in bio #BlackJoyInSpiteOf #NationalCivilRightsMuseum