The Office of the Metropolitan and Davidson County Trustee Erica S. Gilmore announces the 4th Annual Diane Nash Commemorative March and a full day of community programming on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Events highlight preparation, leadership, and civic courage under the theme “Prepared for the Moment.”
NEW THIS YEAR!
The inaugural Diane Nash "Prepared for the Moment" Creative Competition invites students from across Nashville to honor the courage and leadership of civil rights icon Diane Nash through original creative work in Speech, Song, Visual Art, and Digital Art. Inspired by Nash’s extraordinary impact as a young female student, this competition empowers participants in Junior and Senior Divisions to explore themes of justice, community action, and moral courage. Winners are recognized during the city’s Annual Diane Nash Commemorative events, with top entries showcased across community platforms. The competition celebrates youth voice, artistic excellence, and the enduring legacy of one of Nashville’s most influential leaders.
Judges for the competition include Trustee Erica S. Gilmore (Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson Co. Trustee and MNPS Alumni), Metanoya Z. Webb (Creative Content Executive & former Editor Essence Magazine), David Jon Walker (Graphic Designer & Educator Yale University and MNPS Alumni), Dr. Learotha Williams Jr. (Davidson County Historian, Professor of History Tennessee State University), Rev. Dr. Jason Curry (Associate VP for Institutional Effectiveness & Dean of Chapel Fisk University), and Rabbi Shana Mackler (Rabbi & Scholar The Temple Nashville, Congregation Ohabai Sholom).
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Enter the competition and celebrate the leaders who paved the way.
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April 19th Week Schedule:
Thursday (16th) – Saturday (18th)
- 3:00–5:00 PM): Prepared for the Moment Mobile Exhibit (showcasing Diane Nash’s preparation and leadership).
Sunday, April 19, 2026
- 5:30 AM: Ringing of the Bell at 2012 Meharry Blvd., Nashville, TN.
- 2:30 PM: A Celebration of Courage at First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill
- Immediately Following: Silent March proceeding to Diane Nash Plaza, 1 Public Square.
RSVP Below to Find Out How to Join in the Celebration
WHEN
April 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4pm
CONTACT
Nicholas Garvin
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