Exploring Martin Luther King Jr´s life and legacy

The unwavering commitment to equality, justice, and nonviolent protest of one of the premier civil rights leaders of the 20th century had a profound impact on U.S. and even world history both during his lifetime and in the more than half century since. And the holiday established in his name, celebrated on January 15, is a chance to celebrate diversity, explore the richness of history, and uphold the principles that MLK Jr. devotedly upheld. And these five spots across the country offer insight into not just King´s life, times, and accomplishments, but also his larger legacy, helping to promote African-American culture more broadly and bring it into the mainstream.

Read more in Tripatini contributor Alex Martin´s post 5 Key Places in the USA to Explore the Life & Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

 

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