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Civil rights center gets ‘green’ design

In Civil Rights, Politics & Law posted by TD Staff

The Center for Civil and Human Rights will make an iconic statement when it opens in 2012 in downtown Atlanta with structures that suggest the linked arms of civil rights marchers.

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It features a pair of interlocking structures that suggest the linked arms of civil rights marchers. The form of the $125 million downtown facility also symbolizes solidarity among individuals that advances all human rights struggles.

Clad in terra cotta sunscreens, the building aims to balance the dignity and drama that befit an important attraction that could cement Atlanta’s growing reputation as a destination for cultural tourism and serious civil rights study.

Home Depot is offereing a special commemerative gift card and 5% of the proceeds will support the building of the Center for Civil and Human Rights



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