Jan 17, 2025 · Martin Luther King Jr Day is on Jan. 20, and institutions across metro Detroit are celebrating the late Civil Rights leader with a variety of special events. Here’s a look at what’s going on.

June 23, 1963, remains an important date in Detroit history. It is the date that Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered for the first time the famous speech that would ring through the annals of time.

Jan 16, 2025 · As we approach Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2025, the Detroit Region is gearing up to honor the legacy of one of America’s most esteemed civil rights leaders. This special day provides an opportunity for communities to come together and reflect on Dr. King’s profound impact on our society.

1/20 Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Motown Museum 1/20 40th annual Southfield MLK Peace Walk Celebration 1/20 Let Freedom Ring at the Fox Theatre

Jan 19, 2025 · Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his most famous speech — “I Have a Dream” — on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial as part of the March on Washington on Aug. 28, 1963. But his D.C ...

Jan 18, 2025 · The Historic “Great March to Freedom” (June 23, 1963) • Dr. King led the “Great March to Freedom” in Detroit, one of U.S. history's largest civil rights demonstrations. Over 125,000 people marched down Woodward Avenue in solidarity for racial justice and civil rights.

Jan 20, 2025 · This year’s 14th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Rally & March comes at a time of rising hatred, bigotry and military conflict both inside the United States and around the world.

Jan 20, 2025 · Join the Detroit Historical Museum in celebrating the life of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This year's program is Remembering the Life of Freedom Rider Viola Liuzzo, which will include a few panel discussions. There will be storytelling and arts and crafts for guests' engagement, as well.

On June 23, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. led 125,000 people in the Walk to Freedom down Woodward Avenue in Detroit. After the march that evening, he delivered a version of his "I Have a Dream" speech for the first time at Cobo Hall.

Jan 20, 2025 · FILE - In this June 23, 1963, file photo, theRev. Martin Luther King joins Detroit's Freedom March. During the critical era of the 1950s and '60s, King, who led the 250,000-strong March on ...