Monday, Jan. 20 marks a federal holiday, but it's not for Inauguration Day -- it's in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Though King's birthday was on Jan. 15, the holiday honoring...

Jan 17, 2025 · For students in the Illinois districts that do have school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a new law may apply, allowing them an excused absence in exchange for engaging in a civic activity.

Jan 16, 2025 · Jan. 20 is a federally observed holiday in honor of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday. Over the weekend, communities across Chicago will host events and service opportunities to honor the civil rights leader’s legacy.

Jan 16, 2025 · The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will once again honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr with a daylong celebration of the iconic civil rights leader. The day’s events will be highlighted by actor Reggie Guyton reciting Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech at 10:30 a.m and 12:30 p.m. in the Museum’s central Plaza.

Illinois holds the distinction of being the first state to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a state holiday. On September 17, 1973, just five years after Dr. King’s assassination, Illinois took this step to honor his contributions to civil rights and social justice.

Jan 17, 2025 · The event is included in General Admission, which is free for Illinois residents on January 20! When: Monday, January 20, 2025 | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. ... The Forest Preserves of Cook County is honoring Martin Luther King Jr. with a day of community service and family-friendly activities at the Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion on January 20.

At this family-focused celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s ongoing influence on the fight for civil rights in the US, enjoy hands-on engagements, musical performances, and opportunities to learn about how to become more civically engaged in your community.

Jan 15, 2025 · Illinois On January 18, Carbondale United will be holding the MLK Love Train Event, which spans multiple cities — the first stop will be at 11 a.m. in Harrisburg, Ill., at the Bonan Business...

On Sept. 17, 1973, Illinois became the first state to make Martin Luther King Day a legal holiday. Gov. Dan Walker signed two bills into law that day. That’s not unusual. Multiple signings...

Join BNAACC in celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. More information to come for our 2023 celebration. Please reach out to Assistant Director Smith at [email protected] if you're interested in being on the planning committee.