The annual day of remembrance for Martin Luther King Jr. is less than two weeks away, falling on Monday, Jan. 20, the same day as Inauguration Day this year.

When was Martin Luther King Jr. born? King, a civil rights icon, was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on Jan. 15, 1929.. Is MLK Day always on a Monday? Yes, the holiday is observed each year on the third ...

Martin Luther King Jr. has had a lasting impact on the United States, with 93% of Americans believing in his legacy. MLK Day is a federal holiday that honors Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and work.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day was not federally recognized until 1986, nearly 20 years after his assassination. It wasn't until 2000 that it was officially observed in all 50 states for the first time.

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is seen with the Washington Monument, during the 9th Annual Wreath Laying and Day of Reflection and Reconciliation, in Washington, Monday, Jan.20, 2020.

MLK 5k Walk/Fun Run and Festival: This 5K Walk/Fun Run honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and his vision for equal access to healthcare, education, and workforce development.

A new documentary from Stevie Wonder will explore his role in establishing Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a federal holiday.

The Black Heritage Society, founded in 1974 by Ovide Duncantell Jr., hosted Houston's - and the nation's - first MLK parade in 1978, with Martin Luther King Sr. as the inaugural grand marshal.

President Jimmy Carter posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Reverend Martin Luther King Jr.

Montgomery County unveils $3M ADA renovations at MLK Pool, making it welcoming for all abilities. Experience the new ...