The Natchez Museum Of African American Culture Receives Walkers
The Natchez Museum of African American Culture was honored to host three International Peace Walkers through the recommendations of two Natchezians, Roy Lewis and Edward Killelea, from well-noted families in our Historic City of Natchez. It is through men like these expressing and telling their stories of the Natchez experience to others that pique interest and command the need to see and investigate further.
Considering their schedule, we were able to give our guests a glimpse of Natchez through its sites by starting them with a tour by Revs Country Tours. This tour gave them a visual timeline of the places in the history of the development of the city. Afterward, a tour of the museum gave them a look at the people, struggles, contributions, and accomplishments. All of this led to what I consider the most important part of their visit, a discussion of what what they found out and their impression of Natchez and its people that coincides with their mission. Through their parting words “From our walkthrough city and the presentation and hospitality you have shown us, we can truly say this is the most rewarding and genuine stop of our walk thus far.”
We as a Museum are grateful to be able to share stories of the people of Natchez through our exhibits and collections of information that show the struggles and commitments it takes of people in the ongoing building of the Great City of Natchez. Preserving the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr can be shown through the lives of people in the community living it through love and understanding, with a shared goal of a better tomorrow.
The Nature of the Peace Walk
In human history, we are at a pivotal turning point with the advent of artificial intelligence, the existence of thousands of nuclear warheads, ongoing conflicts, climate change, and pervasive discrimination based on religion, race, and caste. Now, more than ever, we must embrace the principles of love and mutual respect. We must think of all humanity and the natural world as we navigate these challenges, fostering a future built on compassion, understanding, and cooperation.
“Non-violence is the greatest force at the disposal of mankind. It is mightier than the mightiest weapon of destruction devised by the ingenuity of man.” Mahatma Gandhi imparted this wisdom throughout his life, showing us the path to peace. In today’s world, we need to remember the great soul of Mahatma Gandhi, who fought against the mightiest power to liberate his people. We should also recall Martin Luther King Jr., who championed nonviolence in the fight for civil rights, inspiring millions around the world. Their legacies remind us that love, peace, and mutual respect are the true forces for change.
We dedicate this Gandhi-King Peace Walk to demonstrate the power of love and nonviolence as practiced by Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela, and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. Their legacies inspire us to embrace compassion, understanding, and justice for all. Join us in celebrating their enduring impact on the world and reaffirming our commitment to peace.
The first phase of our Peace Walk will commence on 28th July 2024 and continue until 3rd
September 2024, covering the East Coast of the USA. From 4th September to 24th
September 2024, we will extend our Peace Pilgrimage in Canada, journeying from Halifax to Pugwash. Our mission will then take us back to the USA, where we will traverse the West Coast from 27th September to 31st October 2024. Our ultimate goal is to cover all 50 states of the USA, and also do Peace prayers by visiting iconic landmarks such as the United Nations, NASA, the White House, and the Pentagon. Our Peace Pilgrimage will then head to
UK from Liverpool to Gandhi statue, Parliament Square, London via Birmingham. The Peace Pilgrimage shall be a combination of walking, and holding prayers and dialogues for peace during stoppages and stays. The Peace Pilgrimage also aspires to initiate Peace workers across the world; a gathering, meditation, sharing, and reflections around Nonviolence principles.
Route map (28th July to 3rd September 2024)
Day 1:
28th July 2024
Starting Point UN Headquarter
New York to Nanak
Gurudwara New Jersey
Day 2:
29th July 2024 Newark (Newark art museum) to Edison
Day 3:
30th July 2024
Edison to Trenton
Day 4:
31st July 2024
Trenton to Philadelphia
Day 5:
1 st August 2024 Philadelphia to Baltimore
Day 5:
2nd August 2024
Baltimore to Farmington
Day 6:
Yd August 2024
Farmington to Washington DC
Day 6:
4th August 2024 Washington DC
Day 7:
5th August 2024
Washington DC Heading toward by bus for Leverett.
Hiroshima Nagasaki Peace walk
New York to Miami to Dallas USA
Day 8:
6th August 2024 Chickopee to Springfield
Day 9:
7th August 2024
Amherst to North Hampton
Day 10:
8th August 2024
Saratoga Springs to West
Milton
Kesserlring Traing Facility
Day 11:
9th August 2024 Nagasaki Day NYS Capitol peace walk
Day 12:
10th August 2024 Grafton Tower Square to
Grafton Peace Pagoda Lantern ceremony Day
Day 13:
I Ith August 2024
Heading to Washington Dc by
Bus
Day 14:
12th August 2024
Washington, DC to Richmond
Day 15:
13th August 2024
Richmond to Raleigh
Day 16:
14th August 2024
Raleigh to Charlotte
Day 17:
15th August 2024
Charlotte to Peace Pagoda , Newport TN
Day 18:
16th August 2024
Peace Pagoda, Newport TN to Jubilee Partner Comer
Day 19:
17th August 2024 Jubilee Partner Comer
Atlanta
Day 20: 18th August 2024
Atlanta
Day 21: 19th August 2024
Atlanta
Birmingham
Day 22:
20th August 2024
Birmingham Tuscaloosa
Day 23:
21 st August 2024
Tuscaloosa
Montgomery
Day 24:
22nd August 2024
Montgomery Meridian
Day 25:
23th August 2024
Meridian to Natchez
Day 26:
24th August 2024
Natchez to Alexandria
Day 27:
25th August 2024
Alexandria to Lake Charles
Day 28:
26th August 2024
Lake Charles to Houston
Day 29: 27th August 2024
Houston
| Day 30: | Day 33: |
| 28th August 2024 | 1 st sept 2024 |
| Houston | Austin to WacoDay 34: |
| Day 31: | 2nd sept 2024 |
| 29th August 2024 | Waco to Fort Worth |
Houston to College Station
Day 35:
Day 32: 3th August 2024
30th August 2024 Fort Worth to Dallas
College Station to Austin
