Martin Luther King Celebrations
There will be numerous Dr. Martin Luther King Celebrations in Chicago.' It is not just a day off, but a day to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s legacy.'
Dr. King spent many years in the beginning of his career in Chicago to help build support for freedom.' Dr. King participated in two marches in 1966 to protest lack of fair housing in Chicago.' Click here for more information on the historic marches
President Elect Barack Obama and The Soon to-be First Lady Michelle Obama would like to make the day a day we all volunteer by doing some sort of community service.' Click here to find out how to get involved.
Rockefeller Chapel will have a Memorial Celebration at Noon.' It is free and open to the public.' The Chicago History Museum will have readings and performances to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s Life.' Northwestern’s Dream Committee will sponsor a musical commemoration with the Mavis Staples of the Staples Singers beginning at Noon.' Ms. Staples is originally from Chicago.' At 4pm there will be a Public Reception.
Chicago Park District’s Simons Park will have a number of events to celebrate the day.' The festivities begin at 4pm.' The'Brookfield Zoo will have free admission on Monday to coincide with their Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebrations.
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