Place

Tallahatchie County Courthouse

Front of a two-story brick courthouse with a clock tower. A tree stands in front.
The Tallahatchie County Courthouse in Sumner, MS.

NPS / Sarah Babcock

Quick Facts
Location:
Sumner, Mississippi
Significance:
The trial of the men accused of lynching Emmett Till took place at the Tallahatchie County Courthouse in Sumner, Mississippi.
Designation:
National Monument

Elevator, Restroom, Wheelchair Accessible

The trial of the men accused of lynching Emmett Till took place at the Second District Tallahatchie County Courthouse in Sumner, Mississippi in 1955. Visitors can learn more at the Sumner Visitor Center across the street from the courthouse. The center also offers a self-guided tour app of other sites related to Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley.

A Passport to Your National Parks® cancellation stamp for the Mississippi unit is available at the Tallahatchie County Courthouse.

Be sure to check Operating Hours and Current Conditions when planning your visit.

Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument

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Last updated: September 9, 2026