Martin Luther King Jr. Day: How It Became a Holiday in North Dakota
Exploring the federal and state history behind Martin Luther King Jr. Day and its observance in Dickinson and across North Dakota.
Here are the events happening on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Boston
It's Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and the legacy of the civil rights leader is being celebrated in Massachusetts. Here is a list of events honoring Dr. King in Boston.
In the classroom: A look at how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy is addressed in school
Exploring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in education: How educators make sure his impact is not forgotten.
Civil rights advisor Bayard Rustin helped inform Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘dream’
His name has gained wider recognition in more recent decades, but civil rights activist and organizer Bayard Rustin has long deserved a much more respected place in the history of the Civil Rights
Nine ways to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day around Boston
A selection of local concerts, and museums offering free admission and special programs over the holiday weekend.
Community Cleanup at Shepherd’s Park Honors Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy
Community cleanup in Shepherd's Park honors MLK Jr.'s legacy of unity and environmental consciousness. Volunteers gather to clear litter and deice the park.
Dayhoff: Remembering community leaders on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Our community leaders to whom we owe a deep debt of gratitude for working hard in the face of enormous obstacles to do the right thing and fight human injustice. Folks who have brought about
Trump blasts DEI on MLK Day—and Martin Luther King III fires back
Donald Trump was sworn in on MLK Day, the holiday that celebrates the life and legacy of civil rights icon, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Martin Luther King, III, co-founder and chair of the Drum Major Institute and son of Dr.
MLK Day events across NYC area honor legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Organizations across the NYC area are marking MLK Day with special events honoring the civil rights leader's legacy.
7 Ways Martin Luther King Jr. Changed America: A Tribute To MLK Day 2025
A Style Rave Originated Content. Visit for more rave-worthy fashion, beauty, lifestyle and culture news. As we celebrate MLK Day 2025, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of America’s most influential leaders in the fight for civil rights.
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King Was Not a Pacifist: He Was an Anti-Imperialist
In his condemnation of the U.S. war on the people of Vietnam, Martin Luther King Jr.’s stance was not a pacifist one. King ...
Martin Luther King's Race Relations Vision Anchored in His Christian Faith
On his last night alive, King stepped up into a pulpit to challenge the congregants to be the best version of themselves.
Viewpoint: Preserve MLK Jr. Boulevard in Lansing as sign of respect for civil rights leader
With the renaming of Logan Street to MLK Jr. Boulevard, the medians took on symbolic significance as part of an expression of ...
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Dr. King practiced his 'I Have a Dream' speech in Miami motel
Many people are unaware that King rehearsed his "I Have a Dream" speech at what is now the Historic Hampton House in Miami ...
Gaskin: Boston helped shape MLK, Malcolm X
By remembering the contributions of both King and Malcolm, we honor not only their individual legacies but also the shared ...
Martin Luther King Jr in Florida: Where civil rights leader stayed, spoke and was shot at
Civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. traveled extensively in the fight for civil rights and several Florida stops were integral to his dream.