Martin Luther King Jr, Boston

Boston, BU to host ‘Day of Celebration’ honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1962 speech, a Boston University event will explore "The Darkness at Midnight" during its annual MLK Jr. celebration.
Here are the events happening on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Boston
It's Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and the legacy of the civil rights leader is being celebrated in Massachusetts. Here is a list of events honoring Dr. King in Boston.
Nine ways to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day around Boston
A selection of local concerts, and museums offering free admission and special programs over the holiday weekend.
BU recognizes Martin Luther King Jr. Day in light of presidential inauguration overlap
The Boston University community is commemorating the legacy of civil rights activist and alum Martin Luther King Jr. this week, a celebration eclipsed by President Donald Trump’s inauguration. King graduated from the School of Theology in 1955 after completing his doctorate in systematic theology.
Boston plans a day to celebrate Martin Luther King, coinciding with Inauguration Day
As Martin Luther King Jr. Day lands on Inauguration Day this year, Boston area organizations and leaders are planning a slew of activities to mark the holiday. The day will kick off at the Omni Seaport Hotel in Boston with the 55th Annual Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: What is open, closed
The next federal holiday is upon us. On Jan. 20 we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The day is celebrated on the third Monday in January. This year it also marks Inauguration Day. Many offices and businesses may be closed or operating at different hours because of the day.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day events across western Massachusetts
The City of Springfield will hold its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Flag Raising on Monday. The celebration will take place at noon inside of Springfield City Hall. Officer installations for the 2025 Greater Springfield NAAPC will also be recognized at the event. The flag raising is free and open to the public.
'Never lose infinite hope.' How Framingham Black church marks Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The church is hosting the 38th edition of its Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration today at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel. This year's theme, which Lloyd said he selected at the beginning of last year, is based on a King quote: "We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."
Trump inauguration coincides with Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day to remember King's life's work and his legacy on civil rights and social justice.
FedEx employees spend Martin Luther King Jr. Day assembling meals for those in need
From rice and soy to dehydrated vegetables and vitamins, more than 100 FedEx employees on Monday were assembling meals for others in need at the corporate headquarters in Moon Township.Rise Against Hunger will then take these meals and give them to people around the world.
Penn Vet offers free vaccinations for pets on Martin Luther King Day
Hundreds of Philadelphia’s pets and their owners streamed through the medical rooms of Ryan Veterinary Hospital on Monday, taking advantage of free wellness exams and vaccinations as part of the Martin Luther King Jr.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrated in Boston
Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll attended the annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) breakfast in ...
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Clinging to the spirit of MLK on Trump's inauguration day
In his prepared remarks on Monday, Trump made only one reference to King, in the context of his Black and Hispanic support. Trump made inroads into nearly every demographic group in the 2024 election, ...
Sisters who marched with MLK in Boston reflect on his legacy, educate next generation
BOSTON - All the way back in April of 1965, sisters Glynnette and Beverly Byron marched hand in hand toward the Boston Common ...
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Kristaps Porzingis Has No Clue What MLK Day Means
Kristaps Porzingis found himself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. When asked about ...