Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events in Boston

Martin Luther King Jr. was a great man and an example for us all to follow. On January 19th 2009 we have the opportunity to celebrate the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr. and in Boston there are several events and locations specifically designed to help you remember the great work that Martin Luther King Jr. achieved in his lifetime. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a time for reflection and self analysis, so on January 19th 2009 take advantage of some of the wonderful events Boston has to offer and enrich your life.

Since 1638, when the first ship containing enslaved people of African descent first arrived in Massachusetts on the slave ship Desire, Boston has had a long history of African American history. Everything from slavery to freedom and beyond can be absorbed at Boston's Museum of African American History. What better place to Celebrate the great work of Martin Luther King Jr. day on January 19th 2009. The Museum is located at 46 Joy Street, Beacon Hill, Boston and admission is free.

While we are on the subject of African American History in Boston, you might want to take a walk along the Black Heritage Trail in Boston. To celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day you can visit various locations linked to African American Culture and history including the African Meeting House. Built in 1806 the African Meeting House is the oldest black church in America, what better place to reflect on the life of Martin Luther King Jr. on January 19th 2009. A free map and brochure of the Black Heritage Trail can be picked up at the African Meeting House - 14 Beacon St, Boston or online here.

On January 19th 2009, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston is hosting a special Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration sponsored by the Citizens Bank Foundation. Highlights of this event will include films, activities and performances that will allow the spectator to reflect upon the life of the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. The Museum is located at 465 Huntington Avenue and Admission is free.

Boston's Children's Museum will be celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19th 2009 with a special event aimed at the younger audiences. The highlight of the celebration will be a performance by the Children's Inspirational Freedom Choir at 1pm. Boston's Children's Museum is located on Children's Wharf at 300 Congress Street and doors are open from 11am to 4pm. Admission is $12 for adults and $9 for children.

No matter where you choose to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19th I hope you have a great day. Martin Luther King Jr. was a great man and on this special day take time to remember him.

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