Martin Luther King Jr., a reverend and civil-rights activist, was assassinated at 39. However, he inspired several movements and political changes.

Martin Luther King III, center, poses with a group of students during the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. ( AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana) Time: 10:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. Time: 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Inauguration Day fall on the same Monday this year. In addition to holiday closures, there will be additional schedule changes to services across the D.C. area.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday (Jan. 20), representing a time to remember the legacy of America’s famous Civil Rights leader and give back to the community. More than six decades have passed since Dr.

Many places are offering free public events to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here's where you can find them in Ohio.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on the third Monday of January, but Metro Detroit plans to honor him all weekend. Join your community at some of these events to reflect on his championed values of equality, justice, and peace. The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.

From breakfasts, to food drives, to service projects, Massachusetts communities this weekend will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.

Family and others carrying on Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of equality, justice and nonviolent protest want Americans to remember that Monday's holiday is really about helping others.

Jacksonville's Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade Monday has been postponed because of expected cold temperatures.

We have compiled a list of events and activities you can participate in to commemorate King's legacy and learn more about his fight for equality.

Monday won't only be Inauguration Day; it's also Martin Luther King Jr. Day. See what to know about holiday, as well as what will be open and closed.