13 Ways to Observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Metro

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METRO DETROIT, MI – The life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. will be celebrated across Metro Detroit beginning this weekend. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is an official holiday, observed nationally on Monday, Jan. 18.

Here’s a list — and if we missed anything, please tell us about it in the comments:

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Commemoration

When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18

Where: Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 East Warren Ave., Detroit

Cost: Free with museum admission: $8 for ages 13-61; $5 for ages 3-12; free for children under 3.

This is the busiest day of the year at the museum. A breakfast, for an additional $35, kicks off the festivities at 8 a.m. “Stand for What Matters” is the theme of the event, which features an address by the Rev. Nicholas Hood III and performances by The Detroit Delta Preparatory Academy for Social Justice Choir, The Institute of Music & Dance at Marygrove College, and singer Savannah Fisher.

A Celebration of Freedom

When: 8:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 18

Where: Troy Athens HIgh School, 4333 John R St., Troy

Cost: Free; donations accepted

This multi-activity event includes art displays, essays and guest speakers.

24th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Breakfast

When: 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 18

Where: Birmingham Community House, 380 South Bates, Birmingham

Cost: $30 (includes breakfast)

The event features a moderated panel discussion and small breakout sessions.

Martin Luther King Jr. Service Project

When: 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 18

Where: 11600 East Seven Mile Road, Detroit

Cost: Free

Oakland Community College’s Martin Luther King Jr. Service Project 2016, is an all-day event. The aim is to secure 25 vacant properties and create safer pathways on student walking routes to Detroit’s Pulaski Elementary and Osborn High Schools. The larger project is sponsored by the AmeriCorps Urban Safety Program, Build On, Detroit Public Schools, the Detroit Youth Service Corps, Wayne Cares and Wayne State University. Learn more here.

Farmington Area Celebration and Walk

When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18

Where: Farmington Community Library Main Branch, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills

Cost: Free

MLK Peace Walk Celebration in Southfield

When: 9:30 a.m., Monday, Jan. 18

Where: Hope United Methodist Church, 26275 Northwestern Highway, and Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road

Cost: Free

Sponsored by the Martin Luther King Jr. Task Force Inc., the 31-year-old walk commemorating the slain civil rights leader begins at Hope United Methodist Church to the Southfield Pavilian, where a program will be held.

MLK Day Celebration at the Henry Ford

When: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Cost: Free

All museum activities are free on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, including admission and parking. The celebration includes live music,hands-on fun, make-and-take activities and dramatic presentations. Of special interest are a chance to sit in the Rosa Parks Bus, and hear the story of her courageous refusal to give up her seat on a bus. A highly praised 30-minute show “Minds on Freedom,” which celebrates the contributions of King, Parks and other civil rights champions such as Fannie Lou Hamer, Gloria Rackley and the Freedom Riders is also featured. Participants can sing, carry protest signs and interact with the performers.

Symposium: Leading for Today and Tomorrow

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday, Jan. 18.

Where: University of Michigan Detroit Center, 3663 Woodward Ave., Detroit

Cost: Free

This event features a screening of the original symposium followed by a complimentary lunch, and a panel discussion titled Leading for Today and Tomorrow. Registration not required, but appreciated.

Detroit Historical Museum Martin Luther King Celebration

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18

Where: Detroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward Ave., Detroit

Cost: Free

The museum offers a wide variety of activities, crafts and performances that let families of all backgrounds play together, and learn of King’s life and legacy, in honor of his 87th birthday.

#TheRealDearborn Peace March

When: Noon, Jan. 18

Where: Greenfield Road and Michigan Ave., Dearborn

Cost: Free

Students from Dearborn, Edsel Ford, Fordson, and Divine Child high schools have invited community members to join them in the march, beginning at Greenfield Road and Michigan Avenue and then proceeding three-fourths of a mile west on Michigan Avenue to the city of Dearborn administration building at 16901 Michigan Ave. The event is designed to show the unity and diversity of Dearborn. Learn more here.

Documentary: “King: A Filmed Record … Montgomery to Memphis”

When: 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18

Where: Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit

Cost: Free screening and free admission for Oakland, Wayne and Macomb counties; all children under 5 and members free; others, $12.50 museum admission for adults; $6 museum admission for kids; $7 museum admission for college students.

The 1970s documentary, “King: A Filmed Record … Montgomery to Memphis,” follows the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Baldwin Public Library MLK Events

When: 3-4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18

Where: Baldwin Public Library, 300 W. Merrill St., Birmingham

Cost: Free

Miz Rosie will entertain kids of all ages with African music, African American folktales and more in celebration of MLK Day.

Canton Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

When: 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18

Where: Village Theater at Cherry Hills, 50400 Cherry Hill Road, Canton

Cost: $2 general admission

This tribute celebrates the civil rights leader’s legacy with music and dance. The celebration includes presentation by a keynote speaker and MLK-themed artwork by local high school students.