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MLK Day Activities

Date: 01/11/18

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’”      -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is Monday, January 15, 2018. Service and community were central themes in Dr. King’s teachings. In celebration of his life and legacy, many organizations around Indy are offering free admission, special events or volunteer opportunities.

Free Admission on January 15th

The Children’s Museum

3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208

FREE admission, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Celebrate the life, achievements, and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with storytelling about courageous children from the Civil Rights Movement and music from The Griot Drum Ensemble.

 

Eiteljorg Museum

500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204

FREE admission with donation of a non-perishable food item for Gleaners Food Bank; FREE parking in the White River State Park Garage, 10 a.m - 5 p.m

Enjoy the model train exhibit, Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure, plus a fun-filled time in the R.B. Annis Western Family Experience.

 

Indianapolis Zoo

1200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46222

FREE admission and parking with donation of a non-perishable food item for Gleaners Food Bank, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Enjoy a special visit to the Zoo. The hardier animals will be out to enjoy the day, including sea lions, tigers, walrus, brown bears and more. Indoor exhibits — Oceans, Dolphin Dome, Deserts Dome and Orangutan Center — will be open, and guests can enjoy a free Dolphin Presentation.

 

Conner Prairie

13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN 46038

FREE admission, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by joining us for theatrical performances, family games, archaeology activities, art and more.

 

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park & Peace Memorial

1702 Broadway St., Indianapolis, IN 46202

This park has a rich history in the community. The site where Robert Kennedy gave his memorable speech the night King was assassinated in 1968, the park is home to the Landmark for Peace memorial sculpture, which honors the contributions of both slain leaders.

 

National Parks

FREE admission at all National Park Services sites

All National Parks offer free admission on MLK Day, including the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial in Lincoln City. It’s a great opportunity to visit a new place or return to an old favorite.

Volunteer Opportunities

Check out these websites for volunteer opportunities, or call your local food pantry, shelter or community center.



Last Updated: 03/13/2018