Long Struggle to Establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Documentary captures 1960s visits to Denver and Littleton by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The film is focused on visits in 1964 and 1967, and how Coloradans responded when the civil rights leader was slain.
The long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day
It was first proposed four days after King’s 1968 assassination outside a Memphis motel. It took 15 years until it became a federal holiday.
Here are 11 ways to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day this year in Louisville
Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy by participating in any of these 11 events around Louisville for MLK Day.
WCPS holds 11th annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration
It ignites a new spirit of serving, it ignites a spirit of advocating, standing for what we believe in, but more importantly, helping others,” said Dr. Martha Sales, Vice President of Student Experience and Dean of Students at Western Kentucky University,
How to mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Greater Lansing
Another big MLK Day event for the region is the 40th Annual Day of Celebration happening at the Lansing Center, 333 E. Michigan Ave., at 11 a.m. Monday. Civil rights activist Bernard Lafayette will be the keynote speaker. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased at https://greaterlansingmlk.squarespace.com/tickets.
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy at these Jackson County-area events
Jackson College is hosting its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 in the Victor Cuiss Fieldhouse, 2111 Emmons Road.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Orlando: Events to celebrate, honor the holiday
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Jan. 20, representing a time to remember the legacy of America’s famous Civil Rights leader and give back to the community.
Where to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Houston, from parades to MLK Day of Service
Martin Luther King Day celebrations will take place in Houston this week, leading up to the national holiday on Monday
Springfield teacher awarded for “vision of inclusivity” in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
A Springfield High School teacher has been awarded the Ohio Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Commission Individual Award from the State of Ohio.
Things to do around Metro Detroit during Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend
Stand-up comic Ryan Davis tours all over the country, and this weekend we’ve got him headlining the Comedy Castle. You may have seen him on HBO’s “All Def Comedy,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm” or the show “Insecure.” 7:15 and 9:45 p.m. Fri. and 7 and 9:30 p.m. Sat. $30. 310 S. Troy, Royal Oak. (248) 542-9900. Comedycastle.com.
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday: A legacy of love, justice, and freedom
In honor of her father's birthday, Bernice King, the youngest child of Dr. King and Coretta Scott King, shared a heartfelt tribute on social media
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Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 'We Have A Dream' Celebration is Monday
The program features a keynote address from Prexy Nesbitt, a prominent American activist, educator and international speaker.
Book illustrator Nicole Tadgell helps bring words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s grandchild to life
A picture can paint a thousand words, and now an illustrator has teamed up with the only grandchild of Dr. Martin Luther King ...