THE CIRCLE OF HUMANITY: MONUMENTS FOR UNITY AND REMEMBRANCE

Serving as an educational partner for this important initiative.

The Circle of Humanity: Monuments for Unity and Remembrance is a collaborative project of the Charlotte community that brings together two powerful symbols of human resilience and justice—the existing Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and a proposed new Holocaust Memorial. Together, these monuments will form a unified space dedicated to remembrance, education, and the pursuit of human dignity.

Located conceptually in Marshall Park, the MLK Memorial Statue will remain in its current place, with the new Holocaust Memorial planned nearby, and a new urban plaza reflecting the woven histories to hold the two. The Circle of Humanity will honor the legacies of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the victims of the Holocaust, inspiring visitors to reflect on the past, learn from it, and commit to unity, justice, equity, and human rights.

As a living tribute to the strength of the human spirit, the site will feature informational kiosks that connect the histories of the Holocaust and the Civil Rights Movement. Through these stories, the Circle will foster understanding, promote inclusivity, and encourage a shared commitment to a future where every person is treated with dignity and respect.

The Stan Greenspon Center is proud to serve as the convener of this vital community initiative.

Reverend Corine Mack, Dr. Benjamin Chavis, Jr., and Rabbi Judy Schindler in conversation about the shared legacies of Black and Jewish communities

Black and Jewish Community Leaders Gather to Commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day and Martin Luther King Day 2026

January and February 2026 represent the community feedback phase of this project and we are on the road across the county sharing the vision for community input. Recordings of sessions held and additional resources are below.