Martin + Coretta Scott King Film and Q + A
- When: January 16, 2025 at 5:30 pm
- Location: Natural Bridge Branch, St. Louis County Library, 7606 Natural Bridge Road, St. Louis, MO 63121
- Cost: Free
Join us for a film and QA session as we commemorate Dr. King’s birthday and honor the important role Coretta Scott King played in his life and the fight for civil rights. All ages.
Annual Peace and Justice Mass
- When: January 19, 2025 at 2:30 pm
- Location: Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis
Join us for the 49th annual celebration of the Archdiocesan Mass for the Preservation of Peace and Justice on the holiday weekend commemorating the birth and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
MLK Celebration at the History Museum
- When: Friday, January 17, 2025
- Location: 5700 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112
- Cost: Free
Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. throughout the holiday weekend. Families are invited to join us for youth activism workshops, meaningful conversations on race and social justice, storytelling, movement, and craft workshops.
Saturday, January 18 | 10am-1pm
Monday, January 20 | 10 am–5:45 pm
8th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
- When: Friday, January 17, 2025 from 11 am – 1 pm
- Location: Christian Hospital Detrick Building Atrium, 11135 Dunn Rd, St. Louis, MO 63136
During this celebration, we will recognize local unsung heroes and student scholars in our communities. Enjoy our special guest, Mr. Lou Brock, Jr.
Drum major awards are bestowed upon local heroes who have given their time, talents, treasure, and service in the name of justice, equity, and equality.
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at the St. Louis Art Museum
- When: Sunday, January 19, 2025, 2 – 3:30 pm
- Location: 1 Fine Arts Drive, St. Louis, MO 63110
- Cost: Free
40th Annual Bayer YMCA MLK Commemorative Breakfast
- When: Monday, January 20, 2025, 7:30 – 9:30am
- Location: Marriot St. Louis Airport, 10700 Pear Tree Ln., St. Louis, MO, 63134
- Cost: Free, but you must pre-register
38th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration
- When: January 20, 2025 from 2 – 3:30 pm
- Location: Graham Chapel, Washington University
- Cost: Free and open to the public
The 38th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration honors the legacy of Dr. King and the impact he has made on those who carry the torch for humanity. The theme of the Commemoration is “Responsibility” and is based on the quote: “Ultimately individual responsibility lies not in the external situation but in the internal response.” The Commemoration will occur on Monday, January 20, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. in Graham Chapel on the Washington University Danforth Campus. The event is free and open to the public.
Small Hands … Big Difference at Mirowitz
- When: Monday, January 20, 2025, 9:30 – 11:30 am
- Location: 348 S. Mason Rd., St. Louis, MO 63141
- Cost: Free
Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Concert with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
- When: Monday, January 20, 2025, 11:00am
- Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center
- Cost: Free but you must pre-register
2025 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Program Observance Celebration East St. Louis
- When: Monday, January 20. 2025
- Location: Southern Mission Baptist Church, 2801 State Street, East St. Louis, IL
You are cordially invited to the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Program Observance Celebration East St. Louis on Monday, January 20, 2025 at noon! This free event is open to the public and will be held at Southern Mission Baptist Church (2801 State Street).
MLK Jr. Commemoration Week 2025
- When: January 20 – 24, 2025
- Location: Washington University
Join us as we celebrate 2025 MLK Jr. Week at WashU Medicine. We invite all members of our community to participate and reflect on ways to further Dr. King’s vision of justice and equality in our daily lives.
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this year’s program features opportunities to engage with impactful discussions, thought-provoking exhibits, and inspiring speakers, all centered around themes of equity, inclusion, and social justice. From the kickoff of our book and film club to the commemoration of the Desegregation History exhibit and updates on our DEI initiatives, there’s something for everyone. Highlighting the week, Dr. Kemi Doll will deliver a keynote as part of the Inclusive Excellence Speaker Series.
We Can All Serve: MLK Food Drive
When: Ongoing until Friday, January 31, 2025
Where: All St. Louis Public Library locations
Where: In support of the St. Louis Area Foodbank – donation bins at all St. Louis (City) Public Library Branches.
The holidays may be over but hunger is still an epidemic among our neighbors, friends, and family struggling to buy necessities such as heat and warm winter clothes. In the spirit and memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., St. Louis Public Library is proud to launch a food drive in his honor.
