Reviewed by: Liv George
Selma’s Jackson House to officially debut alongside other historic sites
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Earlier this year, the historic Jackson House was carefully dismantled and moved more than a thousand miles from its Selma location.
Historians and conservations have worked on the house to prepare it for public display along other historic sites at The Henry Ford’s Greenfield Village. It is scheduled to officially open in 2026.
Keep reading to find out more about the history of Jackson House + learn how you can visit at its new location.
Jackson House
The Sullivan and Richie Jean Jackson House was a one-story residential building located on Lapsley Avenue in Selma. The house played host to several crucial moments during the Civil Rights Movement in Alabama.
The site served as a safe haven for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other activists who planned movements including the Selma-to-Montgomery marches in 1965.
“This house is a symbol for bringing liberty, justice and voting rights within the reach of all Americans. The Jackson House reminds us of the struggles people faced and the courage they had to do what was right.”
~ Patricia Mooradian, President & CEO of The Henry Ford
The site was originally built in 1906 before being remodeled in the 60s. It was then added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2014.
Nearly 60 years after many of its historical events, the Jackson House is now headed to Michigan where it will be preserved at the Greenfield Village.
Greenfield Village
Greenfield Village is ran by The Henry Ford. It presents several historic sites across the grounds that provide an educational perspective along with hands-on experiences for visitors.
“Along the way, you can catch a ride on a Model T, jump on a real steam-powered locomotive, and visit farm animals. Or “pull” glass with world-class artisans, watch 1867 baseball, and enjoy lunch from an 1830s menu. Journey into America’s past to discover inspiration for bringing innovation and imagination into your life today.”
~ The Henry Ford website
Other historic sites that the Jackson House will join include:
- Courthouse where Abraham Lincoln practiced law
- Workshop where Wright brothers built planes
- Thomas Edison’s Menlo Park complex
- Henry Ford’s Model T exhibit
Here’s what you need to know if you want to plan a trip to the village:
- Where: 20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI 48124
- Hours: 9:30AM-5PM, daily
- Tickets: $39 for ages 12+ | $35 for ages 65+ | $30 for ages 5-11 | Free for ages 4 and under
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