Jan 19, 2025 · On Monday, Jan. 20, the U.S. will again celebrate civil rights icon the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., and many events around Kansas City will honor his social justice legacy.

MLK Day is dedicated to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – a young preacher who devoted his life to “freedom and justice for all.” On the third Monday of every year, we take time to honor his legacy. This year, the holiday will be observed on Monday, January 20th, 2025. Honor Dr. King with your family on MLK Day 2025. Take a look…

Jan 20, 2025 · They honor the legacy of the late civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr. and look toward the future of diversity in our community. Below is a list of events and volunteer...

The 2025 celebration will be at the Memorial Hall at 600 N 7th Street Trafficway, Kansas City, KS 66101., Monday January 20TH. Our theme: Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice and Democracy: Celebrating 45 years. Pre-service begins at …

Jan 20, 2025 · TOPEKA — Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day came early in Kansas, beginning on his birthday with a march, a formal proclamation and words honoring the beloved civil rights figure.

Jan 20, 2025 · Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day came early in Kansas, beginning on his birthday with a march, a formal proclamation and words honoring the beloved civil rights figure.

Jan 2, 2024 · Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at Manhattan Arts Center's Spirit of MLK Jr. Award event, featuring writers and artists. Join the conversation on diversity issues at K-State's Diversity Student Leader Reception.

Jan 20, 2025 · To honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., people across the Kansas City metro are coming together to participate in a variety of events aimed at making a difference. 1 weather alerts 1 ...

Jan 15, 2025 · Martin Luther King Jr. Day is coming up on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. In observance of this federal holiday, Johnson County Government offices will be closed. Additionally, all Johnson County library branches, the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center, Johnson County Museum and Ernie Miller Nature Center will be closed.

Jan 20, 2025 · The legislation to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day was first introduced just four days after his assassination on April 4, 1968. Still, it would take 15 years of persistence by civil rights activists for the holiday to be approved by the federal government and an additional 17 years for it to be recognized in all 50 states.