REMEMBERING MLK:
THE MAN. THE MOVEMENT. THE MOMENT.
VIRTUAL BROADCAST
SUNDAY, APRIL 4, 2021 • 5:00PM CENTRAL
The National Civil Rights Museum will present a virtual commemoration in honor of Dr. King’s life and legacy on the 53rd anniversary of his death.
This year’s event will feature a Conversation with Rev. James Lawson, a key King ally in pursuit of nonviolent philosophy who trained a number of activists on civil disobedience. A performance of "Precious Lord," Dr. King's favorite gospel hymn, will be presented by the vocal ensemble Adajjyo. A keynote from Dr. Bernard Richardson, Dean of Rankin Chapel at Howard University, who will explore King's last days.
The broadcast will culminate with a moment of silence at 6:01pm, the time Dr. King was shot on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel.
Following the commemoration is the premiere of "Caged," a commissioned Chamber Orchestra piece by African American composer Brian Nabors, and performed by Iris Orchestra and Memphis Symphony Orchestra Diversity Fellows.
Remembering MLK: The Man. The Movement. The Moment. A virtual commemoration of Dr. King's life and legacy of a civil rights leader who continues to impact our world.
THIS YEAR, Join The National Civil Rights Museum for the livestream Sunday, April 4, 2021, 5:00pm Central.
The National Civil Rights Museum will present a virtual commemoration in honor of Dr. King’s life and legacy on the 53rd anniversary of his death.
This year’s event will feature a Conversation with Rev. James Lawson, a key King ally in pursuit of nonviolent philosophy who trained a number of activists on civil disobedience. A performance of "Precious Lord," Dr. King's favorite gospel hymn, will be presented by the vocal ensemble Adajjyo. A keynote from Dr. Bernard Richardson, Dean of Rankin Chapel at Howard University, who will explore King's last days. The broadcast will culminate with a moment of silence at 6:01pm, the time Dr. King was shot on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel.