Jim Crow Museum - Ferris State University

The Jim Crow Museum at Ferris State University serves as an educational resource by showcasing a substantial collection of artifacts related to the Jim Crow era. The museum's primary objective is to use objects of intolerance to teach tolerance. Its mission is to promote personal and community awareness, inspire social justice, and support racial healing through a deeper understanding of racism and its impacts. Exhibits are structured to foster an educational environment, featuring interactive sections for history, terminology, and activities suitable for various learning settings, including homeschooling. The museum also offers virtual tours, unit plans, and other educational materials that can be utilized independently or integrated into broader educational curricula.