Franklin MLK Holiday Weekend Events and Closures

FRANKLIN, TN - Are you curious about how the holiday weekend will affect you? Learn how you can participate in honoring the civil rights hero, Dr. Martin Luther King, and how you can best prepare for what stores/government offices will be closed.

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Celebrate MLK Day in Franklin is a community celebration of the life of Martin Luther King Jr. The event will be held at First Baptist Church of Nazarene, and will include a free screening of 'I Have A Dream,' as well as a follow up discussion panel. The event is open to people of all race, ethnicity and religion. After the program, participants will gather to march to the Historic Williamson County Court House on Public Square. Interested in participating? Contact Leila Luckett at leeleeb@bellsouth.net.

• When: January 17, 11 a.m.
• Where: 112 Natchez St., Franklin, TN 37064
• Cost: Free

'Honor the Dream' - Martin Luther King Day is a commemorative event meant to unite communities to discuss and honor the late civil rights hero. This year marks the 35th anniversary of the MLK Commission hosting ' Honor the Dream.' Enjoy a free screening of Dr. King's 'I Have a Dream' speech and afterward listen to stories from people who've experience racism in America and participate in a panel discussion. Interested in attending? Contact the MLK Commission for details.

• When: January 16, 11 a.m.
• Where: 100 S. Gay Street, Suite 201, Knoxville, TN 37902
• Cost: Free

YWCA Race Against Racism is a chance for people of different backgrounds in Middle Tennessee to come together and honor Dr. King. The race has two participation options so that people of different athletic ability can get involved. You can choose between a 5 mile run or a one mile walk. The event is a collaborative event hosted by the Franklin YWCA, the Knoxville YWCA and the MLK Commemorative Commission. Interested in participating? You can register for the race online.

• When: Saturday, January 14 at 1 p.m.
• Where: 124 S. Cruze Street, Knoxville, TN 37915
• Cost: Free

What Will Be Closed:

• Williamson County Schools
• Smith Preschool
• Franklin City Offices
• Tennessee State Offices
• Battle Ground Academy
• Franklin Post Office
• Columbia State College

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