Honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King
23 January 2010
- Milwaukee kicked off its 26th Anniversary of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts at Uihlein Hall. The theme was “People Must Work Together”. (Photo by Pat A. Robinson)
- The grades 3-4 Art Contest Award Winners sponsored by MPS. (Photo by Pat A. Robinson)
- Representing the Salvation Army of Wisconsin are Faithe Colas and Joy Alexander who were part of the planning committee for the 26th Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration held at the Marcus Center for the Arts. The Salvation Army has been diligent on its relief efforts for the nation of Haiti, and they sponsored a table informing event participants on the various services that they offer. (Photo by Harry Kemp)
- Marcelles S. Brown was the Oratorical Contest Winner of the Expressions Award and Teen Achiever. He is pictured with Gerald Hyler one of the program’s organizers. (Photo by Harry Kemp)
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Justice Rally and March to King’s statue was held on Monday, Jan. 18, 2010-the national holiday. This event begins annually by St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1927 N. 4th St. The one hour commemorative program is followed by a 4 block march to the statue. (Photo by Robert A. Bell)
- Once the marchers reached King’s statue, there was an opportunity for citizens to speak on an open mike to reflect on Dr. King’s work. (Photo by Robert A. Bell)
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