Last updated: March 17, 2026
The Selma to Montgomery Marches
Established by Congress in 1996, the Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail commemorates the people, events, and route of the 1965 Voting Rights March in Alabama. Led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Black and White non-violent supporters fought for the right to vote in Central Alabama. Today, you can connect with this history and trace the events of these marches along the 54-mile trail.
Learn about the Historic Trail
Find out more information about the creation of the Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail & Interpretive Centers.
54 Miles, 3 Visitor Centers
Learn about the Trail's visitor centers, which are spread along the march route in Selma, Lowndes County, and Montgomery.
Follow the Route of the Marches
Immerse yourself in the stories and events that were transformative for the Voting Rights Movement in Alabama.
Explore More Than The Visitor Centers
Read about instrumental places during the Civil Rights Movement in Central Alabama, historically and currently.
Reserve Your Group Visit
Make a reservation for your group to visit one or all of our visitor centers
Park Films
Watch our park films, "The Way to Freedom: Selma and the Making of a Movement" and "Never Lose Sight of Freedom"
The Fight for Voting Rights in Alabama
Learn about the history, places, and stories that influenced the marches, and ultimately, the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.