Born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia, Martin Luther King, Jr. was a Baptist minister, civil-rights activist, and an advocate for race relations in the United States. Through King's activism and inspirational speeches, he played an essential role in ending the legal segregation of African-American citizens in the U.S., as well as spurring the creation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. King received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964, among several other honors. King was assassinated in April 1968 and continues to be remembered as one of the most influential and inspirational African-American leaders in history.
January 28, 2026
Honoring Martin Luther King Junior's Legacy
- 2026 Theme: “Legacy in Action: Community, Creativity and Service”
- When and Where: January 28, 4-6 p.m. at University Crossing Atrium
Join us as we honor Doctor King's legacy through community, creativity, and service. Enjoy soul food and refreshments while taking part in hands-on activities like unity bracelet making, justice rock painting, and care-package building for shelters. Come connect, give back, and celebrate the spirit of service together.
Learn:
- Explore the legacy of Martin Luther King Junior and learn about local Lowell nonprofits.
- Our website will have resources for each class and how to get involved in the community.
- UMass Lowell (UML) Library: MLK LibGuide: A digital resource that provides online access to texts, images, and audio/video files showcasing Dr. King’s legacy, civil rights movement, and more.
For help, more information or to reserve your spot at these events, please email: Multicultural_Affairs@uml.edu.
"No work is insignificant. All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence."
– Dr. Martin Luther King, Junior