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By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor Monday, January 15, 2018

The MLK 50 Observance

Martin Luther King, March on Washington colorized photo, August 28, 1963. | (Photo: Public Domain)

In honor of the fiftieth anniversary of the assassination of Dr. King, the Memphis-based National Civil Rights Museum is launching a series of events in memory of the civil rights leader.

Known as #MLK50, the museum is working with civil rights leaders and various organizations to foster events centered on the theme of "MLK50 — Where Do We Go From Here."

"Because of Dr. King's influence not only for minorities, but also for all people in the United States and worldwide, we are observing his legacy year-round with signature events and activities aimed at remembering Dr. King while motivating and activating change," explained the museum.

"Each event, activity and shared story will help us encourage activism and spark change as we lead up to April 4, 2018, the date of Dr. King's 1968 assassination. Join us in our yearlong commemoration."