Monday, January 15th marks the celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a holiday that honors civil rights leader Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Learn more with these books, movies, community events, and online resources.
Community Events
Snohomish County:
- The 6th Annual Tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. | Lift Every Voice Legacy Edmonds, WA
- The Greater Everett MLK Community Celebration - March & Rally | Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee Everett, WA
- 3rd Annual MLK Inspirational Weekend | YMCA of Snohomish County, opens a new window Everett, Marysville, Mill Creek, Monroe/Sky Valley, Mukilteo, Stanwood-Camano, WA
- MLK Day of Service | City of Lynnwood Lynnwood, WA
King County:
- MLK Celebration: Seeding The Dream | Bainbridge Island Museum of Art Bainbridge Island, WA
- MLK Health Fair | City of Bellevue Bellevue, WA
- King Day 2024 | Northwest African American Museum Seattle, WA
- Rally & March | Seattle MLK Jr Coalition Seattle, WA
Pierce County:
- Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration | Gig Harbor for Racial Justice Gig Harbor, WA
- 2024 Martin Luther King Jr Day in Tacoma Tacoma, WA
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Commemoration | Washington State Historical Society Tacoma, WA
Books & Movies
Hear from the legendary civil rights activist in his own words by reading books written by Dr. King himself, check out one of our many biographies about Dr. King for kids, teens and adults, or watch a DVD or streaming video featuring Dr. King.
Here are some recent additions to our collection that discuss the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.:
Online Resources
Gale in Context: Biography - Find biographical articles about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other heroes of the Civil Rights Movement.
GALE in Context: U.S. History - View historical news clippings, videos, articles and more about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Black Freedom Struggle - Browse primary source materials relating to black history and the struggle for equality in the United States, including materials about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement.
