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Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

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The official living memorial to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Embracing and advancing #Nonviolence365.
www.choosenonviolence.org

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Established in 1968 by Mrs. Coretta Scott King, The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change (“The King Center”) has been a global destination, resource center and community institution for over a quarter century. Nearly a million people each year make pilgrimage to the National Historic Site to learn, be inspired and pay their respects to Dr. King’s legacy.

Both a traditional memorial and programmatic nonprofit, the King Center was envisioned by its founder to be “no dead monument, but a living memorial filled with all the vitality that was his, a center of human endeavor, committed to the causes for which he lived and died.” That vision was carried out through educational and community programs until Mrs. King’s retirement in the mid-1990’s, and today it’s being revitalized.

As we move into the second decade of the 21st century, the King Center is embarking on a major transformation into a more energetically-engaged educational and social change institution. Supported by our Board of Directors and an infusion of new thinking, the King Center is dedicated to ensuring that the King legacy not only remains relevant and viable, but is effectively leveraged for positive social impact.

Mission

The King Center is dedicated to educating the world on the life, legacy and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., inspiring new generations to further his work, and strengthening causes and changemakers who are continuing his efforts today.

Products

Research, education & training in the relevancy and application of Dr. King's teachings today.

Leadership development for those who personify the philosophy of Dr. King and apply that philosophy to the problems & issues of the community, nation and world.

Seeking reconciliation in bringing together individuals & leaders of group, institutions & nations in nonviolent conflict resolution.

Establishing in the U.S. and throughout the world, a social order based on peace & justice with the elimination of violence, racism, poverty and war, and to establish what Dr. King called the "Beloved Community."

Address: 450 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA
Phone: (404) 331-5190
State: Georgia
Zip Code: 30312


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Reviews
This was with no doubts the hit of my trip to Atlanta. It is a must see! Very inspiring and powerful videos / pictures at the museum. I got to see Martin Luther King Jr's house and I also visited his church. And you can literally listening to him preaching as they have some audios playing. Very exciting experience.
8 years ago (02-12-2017)
A Must See! One of the park security monitors told us that Dr. King's youngest daughter is now CEO. She has added BEAUTIFUL flower gardens to surround the eternal flame. The reflective pool is spectacular and underlies and surrounds the dual tomb. The Wall photos are perfectly selected moments in time. The Mall and the International Walk of Fame hold the shoe prints of nicely notable personalities who lived to support the life, liberty, happiness, and fairness for all humankind. There is such a peace that is felt in the Ebenezer Baptist Church. Enjoy!
8 years ago (22-07-2017)
This is very well done and a moving experience. The videos were very powerful, both of Dr. King and of others. It was like pulling off a band-aid and finding gangrene. Feel like I understand this time in history better, although it is heartbreaking and painful to review.
8 years ago (21-11-2017)
An outright amazing experience. Every person of every race living in the United States should visit. The significance of Dr.King is and will be forever present. The events are well displayed and offer so much insight to a civil Rights movement that is still being engaged upon. Thank you to the King family for this wonderful gift. It's free to get in so no excuse is necessary.
8 years ago (21-11-2017)
This place was a real eye opener. As someone who lives in a country with no race problems, I was appalled at what went on in my lifetime. Thanks to the like of Martin Luther King and his peaceful protests life for the oppressed has improved greatly but racism still has a undercurrent in this great country. Sad.
8 years ago (12-12-2017)
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