- May 17, 2026
- May 17, 2026 - Public Event - We Shall Not Be Moved: Songs & Speeches from the Civil Rights MovementTime: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmLocation: Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 801 W State St, Trenton, NJ 08618, USADescription:
Presented by the Cathedral Arts Series of Trinity Cathedral
From the mournful call of the Negro spiritual to the cry of protest and purpose that truly signifies the African-American experience from the mid-1950s to the late 1960s, We Shall Not Be Moved is an hour-long concert presentation focusing on the music that captured the essence and call of the Civil Rights Movement. This concert experience presents popular songs associated with the Civil Rights cause as well as poignant readings from leaders, activists, and spokespersons of the time, calling to mind the struggle and promise of what was to come. You’ll hear songs such as “Oh, Freedom!”, “People Get Ready”, “Go Down, Moses”, “The Times They Are A-Changin’”, “Lift Every Voice And Sing”, “A Change Is Gonna’ Come”, and many celebrated others.
Starts at 2 PM. Doors Open at 1:30 PM.
Tickets: $30 for Adults. $10 for Students.