Martin Luther King Jr, Boston

Boston, BU to host ‘Day of Celebration’ honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1962 speech, a Boston University event will explore "The Darkness at Midnight" during its annual MLK Jr. celebration.
Here are the events happening on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Boston
It's Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and the legacy of the civil rights leader is being celebrated in Massachusetts. Here is a list of events honoring Dr. King in Boston.
Nine ways to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day around Boston
A selection of local concerts, and museums offering free admission and special programs over the holiday weekend.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrated in Boston
Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll attended the annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) breakfast in Boston Monday.The Federal Holiday<a class="excerpt-read-more" href=" More
Boston plans a day to celebrate Martin Luther King, coinciding with Inauguration Day
As Martin Luther King Jr. Day lands on Inauguration Day this year, Boston area organizations and leaders are planning a slew of activities to mark the holiday. The day will kick off at the Omni Seaport Hotel in Boston with the 55th Annual Martin Luther King Jr.
BU recognizes Martin Luther King Jr. Day in light of presidential inauguration overlap
The Boston University community is commemorating the legacy of civil rights activist and alum Martin Luther King Jr. this week, a celebration eclipsed by President Donald Trump’s inauguration. King graduated from the School of Theology in 1955 after completing his doctorate in systematic theology.
Black leaders in Boston urge solidarity and justice as Trump inauguration falls on Martin Luther King Day
With President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration falling on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, members of the Black community in Boston said the coincidence generates some complicated feelings for them.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day events across western Massachusetts
The City of Springfield will hold its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Flag Raising on Monday. The celebration will take place at noon inside of Springfield City Hall. Officer installations for the 2025 Greater Springfield NAAPC will also be recognized at the event. The flag raising is free and open to the public.
Penn Vet offers free vaccinations for pets on Martin Luther King Day
Hundreds of Philadelphia’s pets and their owners streamed through the medical rooms of Ryan Veterinary Hospital on Monday, taking advantage of free wellness exams and vaccinations as part of the Martin Luther King Jr.
FedEx employees spend Martin Luther King Jr. Day assembling meals for those in need
From rice and soy to dehydrated vegetables and vitamins, more than 100 FedEx employees on Monday were assembling meals for others in need at the corporate headquarters in Moon Township.Rise Against Hunger will then take these meals and give them to people around the world.
Treasure Coast parades celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin, Indian River and St. Lucie counties held parades and other celebrations in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Kristaps Porzingis Has No Clue What MLK Day Means
Kristaps Porzingis found himself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. When asked about ...