Ellington

On July 1, 2013, the Mayoral inauguration took place at the Jackson Convention Complex.

Mayor Chokwe Lumumba has a quiet moment before the ceremony with his friends and colleagues.

Mayor Lumumba prepares to take the stage.

Minister, Jeffrey Stallworth, preacher at Word and Worship, gives the convocation.

Vocalist, DeAnna Tisdale, sings during this ceremony.

Mayor Chokwe Lumumba.

large crowd of almost 2,000 are captivated by Lumumba's speech.

Mayor Lumumba addresses his dreams for Jackson.

Parents brought their children to this event.

Myrlie Evers takes the stage and engages the audience with her passion for Jackson.

Mayor Lumumba takes the stage.

The Mississippi Mass Choir member performs at the podium.

The audience enjoyed the festivities of the inauguration.

Mayor Lumumba discusses his plans for Jackson, Mississippi.

The Mississippi Mass Choir performs during the inauguration.