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

In remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr., Elevé Dance Theater will host a dance workshop to bring the community together while honoring Black history.

The holiday falls on the third Monday of January. A bill to make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a federal holiday was introduced on April 8, 1968 — four days after King was assassinated, according to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Westport Country Playhouse, the Bruce Museum, the Ferguson Library, UConn's Stamford campus and Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art are hosting events.

MLK Commemoration event includes keynote remarks by Morehouse President David Thomas and the presentation of awards for community service and outstanding contributions to the institution

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.

Government offices are closed for the holiday, while several museums offer free entry and special programming to honor the civil rights leader.

The organizations and museums celebrating MLK Day through concerts, exhibits, and volunteer opportunities in Philadelphia.

Key Takeaways U.S. stock and bond trading will pause on Monday in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which this year coincides with a presidential inauguration.CME Group will pause trading in U.S. markets,

During a cool afternoon last October, on South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood, two friends perfect a blend of seasoning for their guacamole. Khari B., a poet who requested to be referred to by his stage name,