56th Annual Gibbs-Green Commemoration

May 14, 2026 @ 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Overview

Our 56th Annual Gibbs-Green Commemoration is a poignant reflection on the 1970 police shooting at Jackson State University. The event honors the lives of Phillip Gibbs and James Green while also celebrating the Class of 1970 and their enduring inspiration. This year's commemoration will also feature an unveiling of the Ben Brown Freedom Trail Marker in addition to a special memorial tribute to Lap Baker, member of the Class of 1970 and dauntless advocate for the commemoration.

Gibbs Green Freedom Trail Marker at Jackson State University

Gibbs-Green Memorial Plaza at Jackson State University

1400 John R. Lynch Street
Jackson, MS 39217

  • Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
  • Admission: Free

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