Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events

WASHINGTON -- The legacy of civil rights leader and activist Martin Luther King, Jr. lives on due to his unwaivering dedication and sense of service.

Americans have honored King's societal contributions on this day, to coincide with his birthday, since 1986, when Ronald Reagan signed the holiday into law.
 
Check out WTOP's list of service opportunities and events:
Film Viewing: 'King: A Filmed Record - Montgomery to Memphis'
(AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center; 10 a.m.; Free)
 
A documentary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with narration and commentary from Sidney Poitier, James Earl Jones, Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Charlton Heston, Harry Belafonte, Ruby Dee, Clarence Williams III and others.
 
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center, 8633 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring, Md. 20910.
 
Marchers and Ballou H.S. Marching Band Parade
(Gather outside of the United Black Fund Office at Martin Luther King Jr Avenue and Howard Road SE; 10 a.m.; Free)

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