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This is an accepted version of this page This is the latest accepted revision, reviewed on 17 January 2025. There is 1 pending revision awaiting review. U.S. holiday, 3rd Monday of January Martin Luther King Jr. Day King in 1965 Official name Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. Also called MLK Day, King Day, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Type Federal Date Third Monday in January 2024 The federal government shuts down on the third Monday of every January for the day to honor Martin Luther King Jr. This year, that day is Jan. 20. The holiday in his honor is timed to honor King's Martin Luther King, Jr., Day is a holiday in the United States honouring the achievements of Martin Luther King, Jr., a Baptist minister and civil rights leader who advocated for nonviolent resistance against racial segregation. In 1983, about 20 years after King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, legislation for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day on the third Monday of January cleared Congress and President Ronald Reagan signed it. How the idea for MLK day began . The idea to establish a national holiday for the civil rights icon arose as the nation was plunged into grief. U.S. Democratic Rep. John Conyers of Michigan, one of the longest-serving members of Congress known for his liberal stance on civil rights, proposed legislation to recognize King four days after his assassination outside a motel in Memphis, Tennessee Since 1986, the third Monday of each January has been observed as Martin Luther King Jr. Day. While today it may seem obvious that such a groundbreaking leader and activist would have his legacy and achievements celebrated on the national level, the drawn-out process to approve this federal holiday is one that is less known. The day began with Martin Luther King III placing a wreath at his father’s grave, followed by notable speakers. The congregation sang “We Shall Overcome,” people drove cars with headlights on, and a Black state senator introduced a King holiday bill for Georgia. Martin Luther King Jr. helped lead the Civil Rights Movement. Read about his “I Have a Dream” speech, quotes, holiday, kids, assassination, and more facts. In the United States, Martin Luther King, Jr., Day is observed annually on the third Monday in January. The day commemorates the life and work of Dr. King, who was a Baptist minister and prominent leader in the American civil rights movement. Observed the third Monday in January, celebrating the life and achievements of the Civil Rights leader, as well as a commitment to service. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday celebrates the life and legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to America. Learn about the world-famous civil rights campaigner in our Martin Luther King facts. Born in Atlanta, Georgia in the United States of America, Martin Luther King is famous for campaigning for the rights of African Americans during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s and his assassination in 1968 1. King's Birth Name Was Michael, Not Martin. King was born Michael King Jr. on January 15, 1929. In 1934, however, his father, a pastor at Atlanta’s Ebenezer Baptist Church, traveled to Germany Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia, the second child of Martin Luther King Sr., a pastor, and Alberta Williams King, a former schoolteacher. Martin Luther King, Jr., grew up as the middle child of Michael (later Martin Luther) King, Sr., and Alberta Williams King. His father was the minister of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta—the same church where Martin Luther King, Jr., would eventually minister. As we recognize Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, I wanted to share a few resources with you: Madison area celebrations; History of making of the holiday; National Day of Racial Healing resources; Black History for a New Day course; May we all strive to reach the dreams of Martin Luther King, Jr. in our daily lives. Updates and Notices MLK Day commemorates the birthday of American civil rights leader Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and celebrates his life, achievements and legacy. Locally, we'll come together in honor of the theme, Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy in the Spirt of Nonviolence365. 9 a.m. - March line up at Fred Moore Park The Cobb NAACP hosted their 36th annual celebration for Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre in January 2024. Here, a member of the Atlanta Caribbean Dancers, performs on WHEN: Jan. 19, 5 p.m. MORE INFORMATION: Admission is free, and free parking is available in the garage.kentuckyperformingarts.org.. MLK Weekend Day Party. WHAT: Celebrate with free games, music by This year, Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be recognized on Monday, Jan. 20. Why is MLK Day on the 20th? This year, the holiday coincides with the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. The 34th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Learning at Capital University, 1 College and Main, will occur from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday and include State Representative and Assistant Minority
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