Historic site preserving the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through exhibits, landmarks, and educational programs.
General Information
Hours:
Daily: 9am to 5pm
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day
Fees:
Admission is free
Pet Policy:
Pets are not allowed
Seasons:
All year
Location:
Website:
How to Get There
From downtown Atlanta, take Auburn Avenue NE eastbound; the park is located between Boulevard NE and Jackson Street NE.
Overview
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, established in 1980 and managed by the National Park Service, preserves the Sweet Auburn neighborhood where Dr. King was born and raised.
What to See
- Birth Home of Dr. King
- Ebenezer Baptist Church where he preached
- King Center, which holds his final resting place
- Exhibits on the civil rights movement and his philosophy of nonviolence
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