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Commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Assassination
The King Center paid tribute to a pivotal and tragic chapter in both the King family’s legacy and the broader narrative of American history.
Marking the 57th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, which occurred at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 4, 1968, the events surrounding this date continue to resonate today.
During his time in Memphis, Dr. King was advocating for the rights of sanitation workers, supporting their pursuit of improved wages and safer working conditions. His impactful “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speech was delivered just one day prior to his murder.
Bernice King, Dr. King’s youngest daughter, shared a powerful message about her father’s commitment to justice. “He stood up for injustice, but it’s how he did it, it’s the spirit in which he did it, and we need that to fuel us in these times if we’re going to create a world where there’s fairness and equity and justice,” she affirmed.
In honor of Dr. King’s enduring impact, the King Center organized a series of events on April 4 and April 9 that focus on celebrating his life and the mission he championed.
Today, the King Family Wreath Laying Ceremony took place at 3:30 p.m. at Dr. King’s gravesite. Later, at 5 p.m., Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church hosted a Candlelight Assassination Observance.
Additionally, a silent walk of remembrance is scheduled at Ebenezer Baptist Church on April 9, reflecting on the 57 years since Dr. King’s funeral was held there in 1968.
These gatherings serve not just as a reflective moment for the past but as a call to action for ongoing efforts in pursuit of social justice and equality.
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