AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – On Saturday, people, young and old, gathered at the Lucy C. Laney Memorial Stadium to pay tribute to Ruby Bridges’ 66-year legacy and her family’s fight to end segregation.
Each step was a walk in the past.
This is equal to the five blocks Ruby took during the Civil Rights Movement from her home to the first “all-white” elementary school that opened its doors to African Americans in the South.
As the Augusta Junior Players gear up for their performance of, “Ruby”, one cast member says the walk was her way of saying, thank you for Ruby’s push for inclusion and diversity.
“I think we are all here today, to pay a tribute, a thank you. Like, ‘I know what you went through. We know what you had to do to accomplish to get where you are today.’ It’s just a big thank you to Ruby Bridges, honestly,” said Taylor Davis.
“Ruby: The Story of Ruby Bridges” will be performed on February 7 and 8 at the Kroc Center on Broad Street in downtown Augusta.
You can head to the Augusta Players Facebook page for more information.
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On a beautiful Saturday afternoon, the Augusta community came together to honor civil rights icon Ruby Bridges in a moving tribute. Hundreds of people of all ages and backgrounds gathered at the local park to pay homage to Bridges, who made history as the first African American student to integrate an all-white school in the South.
The event began with speeches from local leaders and activists, highlighting Bridges’ bravery and dedication to the fight for equality. Participants then joined in a peaceful march through the streets of Augusta, holding signs and chanting slogans in support of racial justice.
As the sun began to set, a candlelight vigil was held in Bridges’ honor, with participants sharing stories of how her courage had inspired them to stand up against injustice in their own lives. The evening concluded with a powerful rendition of “We Shall Overcome,” a song that has become synonymous with the civil rights movement.
Overall, the tribute to Ruby Bridges was a powerful reminder of the importance of standing up for what is right and fighting against discrimination and prejudice. The Augusta community showed their solidarity and support for Bridges’ legacy, vowing to continue her work for a more inclusive and just society.
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