Martin Luther King Jr. Day (officially Birthday of Martin Luther King Jr., [1] and often referred to shorthand as MLK Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed on the third Monday …

Jan 15, 2024 · Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday held on the third Monday of January. It celebrates the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential American civil …

Sep 20, 2025 · Martin Luther King, Jr., Day is a holiday in the United States honouring the achievements of Martin Luther King, Jr., a Baptist minister and civil rights leader who …

Jan 19, 2025 · Every year on MLK Day, the federal government closes and citizens across the U.S. take part in a day of service. Here’s everything to know about MLK Day, including how it …

Jan 11, 2024 · As the U.S. celebrates the civil rights icon on MLK Day, here are a few things to know about the holiday honoring the slain activist and his fight against inequality and racial …

Dec 5, 2024 · Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park in Georgia NPS Photo Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a tireless advocate for racial equality, working classes, and the oppressed …

Monday, January 20, 2025, is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the United States. Here is why we celebrate this day—plus information about this influential American civil rights leader and …

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, observed annually on the third Monday in January, is a federal holiday dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a prominent leader in …

Jan 15, 2025 · On the third Monday of January — close to King’s Jan. 15 birthday — federal, state and local governments, institutions and various industries recognize Martin Luther King Jr. …

Despite the national fervor inspired by his death, it took 15 years of persistence by civil rights activists for a holiday created in remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to be approved by …