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Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend
Saturday, January 17, 2026 - 9:30 AM
to Monday, January 19, 2026 - 3:30 PM
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM See all dates and Times
Saturday, Jan. 17 – Monday, Jan. 19
Remember the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a weekend of meaningful, hands-on experiences across the Museum. At the Science Bar, families will reflect on the 1965 Selma to Montgomery march and the iconic crossing of the Edmund Pettus Bridge before taking on a bridge-building challenge drawn from this defining moment in the civil rights movement.
The celebration continues with creative and community-centered activities rooted in Dr. King’s call to service, imagination and joy. In partnership with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, guests write thank-you cards for local healthcare workers, while the Art Studio invites families to paint watercolor portraits inspired by Dr. King’s National Portrait Gallery likeness and decorate birthday hats ahead of MLK Birthday Parades and Dance Parties at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. A special 1 p.m. storytime of “I Have a Dream” led by actor Markell Williams brings Dr. King’s words to life for a new generation.
CMA On Stage
11 a.m. and 3 p.m. MLK Birthday Parade and Dance Party
1 p.m. “I have a Dream” Speech with Markell Williams
Thank You Cards for Community Helpers
In partnership with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, guests are invited to write thank-you cards for local healthcare workers, which will be delivered after the event. Thoughtful signage connects this activity to Dr. King’s tradition of letter writing and his enduring call for service, kindness and volunteerism within our communities.
Art Studio
Based on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s portrait in the National Portrait Gallery, guests can create their own watercolor portraits and explore meaningful quotes from Dr. King’s life and legacy. The Art Studio offers birthday hats to decorate in preparation for the Museum’s celebratory birthday parades on stage.
Science Bar
Learn about the historic 1965 Selma to Montgomery march and the powerful images of protestors crossing the Edmund Pettus Bridge in the fight for civil rights. Shaped by this pivotal moment in Dr. King’s legacy, families will be challenged to design and build their own bridges, exploring strength, connection and problem-solving.
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3435428-0
