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King Day will go on virtually at the National Civil Rights Museum
https://www.localmemphis.com/mobile/article/news/community/king-day-will-go-on-virtually-at-the-national-civil-rights-museum/522-2ced00a7-0d55-4b8c-8d6e-9139a692acb2January 15, 2021
MEMPHIS, Tenn — Today would have been Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's 92nd birthday.
The federal holiday in his honor was signed into law in 1983 almost four decades ago. One of the biggest observances of the civil rights icon's life happens right here in Memphis at the National Civil Rights Museum.
Faith Morris of the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel says COVID-19 may stop thousands from honoring King in person, but celebrations will continue virtually.
More at link, including a link to register!
