Truth First.

Our Mission

The Prince George’s County Lynching Memorial Project educates the public on the truths of our nation’s continuing legacy of the institution of slavery and its impact on enslaved persons and their descendants, memorializes victims of racial terror lynchings in our county, and advances the cause of racial justice and reconciliation through mutual support and collaboration.

Our work focused on at least four known victims of lynching terror in our county, and we begin every meeting by reading their names and committing to tell their stories: Michael Green, Thomas Juricks, John Henry Scott, and Stephen Williams.

PGC LMP would like to thank all of the high school students who shared their works with us for our essay and creative arts contests and congratulate the winners. Read about our awards ceremony and view photos here!

How to Get Involved

We meet publicly once every month to plan community remembrance projects, research our county’s history, connect with partners and neighbors, and educate our broader community on the legacy of racial lynching in Prince George’s County. We rely on the expertise and energy of county residents like you!

  • Next Meetings: The PGCLMP meets the 3rd Saturday of each month. Unless otherwise noted, meetings will be held virtually (via Zoom). Upcoming meetings are as follows:
    • Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 2pm
    • Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 2pm
    • Saturday, February 18, 2023 at 2pm
  • See the How to Get Involved page for more information.

Recent News & Opportunities

  • History Made: Soil Collection to Remember Thomas Juricks
    Thank you to everyone who made our Soil Collection a huge success. We are still celebrating the packed house (200 seats); the talented chorus, soloist, dancer, and poet from local high schools; evocative adult poet and soloist; our moving speakers; the support of the staffs of Prince George’s County Parks’ Black History Program and Harmony Hall; and the reverent participation … Read more
  • Join Us: April 15, 2023 – PGCLMP’s Community Remembrance for Mr. Thomas Juricks at Harmony Hall Regional Center
    The Prince George’s County Lynching Memorial Project’s first Community Remembrance event which will honor Mr. Thomas Juricks, the first known victim of a racial terror lynching in Prince George’s County. We hope to see you there! The event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged but not required:  https://bit.ly/TJuricks2023. The event will be held on Saturday, April … Read more