On the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington, a Harlem Heritage Marker was unveiled at 170 West 130th Street, recognizing the building as the National Headquarters for the 1963 demonstration. The plaque honors Bayard Rustin as the march’s chief organizer and connects the work done in this modest Harlem office to the landmark passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
The Power of One: Mandy Carter on Living the Rustin Legacy
In this oral history interview, Mandy Carter reflects on her decades of activism and the profound influence of Bayard Rustin on her commitment to nonviolent organizing. She connects Rustin’s legacy—from the Journey of Reconciliation to the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom—to today’s movements for intersectional justice and Black queer leadership.
Nash Castro on Rustin’s Logistical Legacy and Solidarity Day
In this oral history, Nash Castro reflects on the complex logistics behind mass demonstrations, highlighting how Bayard Rustin set the standard for meticulous planning during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. He also examines the internal tensions surrounding the Solidarity Day March 1968, showing how Rustin’s push for professional, large-scale coordination reshaped both movement strategy and government expectations.
