A new artifact at the civil rights museum in Mississippi tells Emmett Till's story

By Debbie Elliott

Published August 31, 2025 at 8:54 AM EDT

70 years since the lynching of Emmett Till, the state of Mississippi is embracing Till's story as the federal government flinches from showcasing painful moments of America's racial history.

Debbie Elliott

NPR National Correspondent Debbie Elliott can be heard telling stories from her native South. She covers the latest news and politics, and is attuned to the region's rich culture and history.

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