Pauli Murray lived one of the most remarkable lives of the twentieth century.

S/he was the first Black person to earn a JSD (Doctor of the Science of Law) degree from Yale Law School, a founder of the National Organization for Women and the first Black person perceived as a woman to be ordained an Episcopal priest. Each year, the Pauli Murray Center’s Pilgrimage invites participants to explore Durham sites connected to the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray. This year, we’re making the experience fully accessible by bringing the pilgrimage indoors—no 4-mile walk required! Participants will journey through the Lyon Park Community Center auditorium, where sites significant to Pauli Murray will be represented. At each stop, you’ll learn about its connection to Pauli and Durham history, then have opportunities for reflection, conversation, participation in art instillations, and fellowship. Stops represented include St. Titus Episcopal Church, Standford L. Warren Library, St. Philip's Episcopal Church, and Hillside High School. 📍A map of the physical sites will also be provided for anyone who would like to visit them independently after the event. ❤ Everyone is welcome: You don’t need to be Christian, Episcopalian, religious, or already familiar with Pauli Murray to participate. 💸 This event is free and open to the public! Donations are always welcome. 🍩 FREE catered breakfast will be available for the first 50 people from Monuts bakery! 🔗 While RSVP's are not required, they are strongly encouraged! Those who sign up before October 22 will receive a FREE Pauli Murray bandana at the check in table. Sign up at the link in our bio. 🫶🏾 Thank you to @cityofdurhamnc @creativedurham for your support of this event!