Our Mission
The mission of the W.E.B. Du Bois Center for Freedom and Democracy is to educate the public about the life and legacy of civil rights pioneer W.E.B. Du Bois and the rich African American heritage of the Berkshires.
Located at the former Clinton A.M.E. Zion Church in Great Barrington, where he was born and raised, this vibrant center of Black thought and remembrance constitutes the first museum and living memorial in North America dedicated to Du Bois’ life and legacy.
Opening Reception at 309 Main Street, Great Barrington
Please join us February 22, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm for a reception to meet Dr. Lloyd in our new exhibit and gallery space, the Du Bois Freedom Center Field Office, 309 Main Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230.
The W.E.B. Du Bois Center for Freedom & Democracy is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. John D. Lloyd as its Interim Director. A seasoned executive with over two decades of leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, Dr. Lloyd brings a wealth of expertise in organizational strategy, financial management, and community engagement to this role. As Interim Director, Dr. Lloyd will oversee the Center’s strategic initiatives, strengthen partnerships, and continue to advance the legacy of W.E.B. Du Bois by promoting scholarship, civic engagement, and social justice advocacy.
Saturdays in the Sanctuary
From June through September guided in-person tours led by our Executive Director will be available on a limited basis. Please complete this form to request a tour.
Reflections on Democracy
Please share your reflections on this passage, our democracy, and your hopes for 2024 by clicking here.
“The W. E. B. Du Bois Center for Freedom and Democracy presents a singular opportunity to reclaim and extend in Du Bois’ hometown, the Black intellectual, artistic traditions, and social movements to which he dedicated his life’s work.”
—David Levering Lewis, Pulitzer Prize-winning Du Bois Biographer
