Sing Harlem Choir performs during the 2023 Annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at BAM. Photo by Elena Olivo
January 8, 2024
How to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in NYC
On the third Monday in January, the nation honors the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. First established in 1983, MLK Jr. Day is the only federal holiday designated by Congress as a national day of service. While many Americans have off from school and work, the holiday is seen as a "day on, not a day off," and provides opportunities to volunteer and give back to communities across the five boroughs. Ahead, we've found some ways to celebrate MLK Day in NYC, from volunteer service in Highland Park and Forest Park to listening to performances by the world-famous Harlem Gospel Choir.
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