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450 Auburn Ave NE
Atlanta,
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Neighborhoods: Butler Street, Northeast, Northeast
Last updated 12.17.09
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Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
Last updated 12.17.09
What People Are Saying About Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
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Overview – Important places associated with Martin Luther King Jr. and the American civil-rights movement line this half-mile stretch of Auburn Avenue. King's birth home and grave site, Ebenezer Baptist Church (where he worshipped and preached) and Fire Station No. 6 Museum are the main historical attractions, but don't miss the visitor center. It offers chilling exhibits, video displays and film presentations. Particularly poignant are eight life-sized statues of men and women, black and white, in a simulated Freedom March of the 1960s. Stand among the figures and listen to the old…
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- Combine a trip to the King Center with a visit to Ebenezer Baptist Church, where Dr. King was baptized and often preached.
- When to Go:
- The best times to visit are early on Sunday or on a weekday. October, November and December are the least busy months; summer is high season.
- The Extras:
- Don't miss the Behold Monument, part of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site.
01/26/09
One of the BEST Historic Museum in the Country
by Guygant at Citysearch
I would recommend this Museum to any Nationality and Culture. It was very exciting for my 2 young boys, and very informative regarding the African American History. Everyone needs to visit.
- Pros: Very Informative on the Civil Rights Movement
03/10/08
Well Educated
by ilovemywife at Citysearch
After 25 years of MLK days you would think, "My goodness what else is there to know". I was still blown away by the movie that was shown and the Facility was well kept. I liked the fact that you could go over to the church and also outside to take pictures with the statue. I got a really good feeling being ther. My wife and I will go back, with my niece and nephew.
- Pros: Very informative and a plethora of information
03/06/08
Great Experience
by vachick at Citysearch
I visited the MLK Center, Ebenezer Church, and Martin Luther Jr. Home. It was an experience will never be forgotten. It gave me a sense of pride and worth. I recommend this center to anyone with curiosity and passion for a foundation and history. The only thing that was an inconvenience to me was the distance and parking. It is a nice place to be once inside, but you have to walk between center, church, and home with others on a busy street with children. This was a hassle. Other than that the experience was one that will last.
- Pros: good cultural place
- Cons: parking and distance
The Details on Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
Know Before You Go:
Combine a trip to the King Center with a visit to Ebenezer Baptist Church, where Dr. King was baptized and often preached.
When to Go:
The best times to visit are early on Sunday or on a weekday. October, November and December are the least busy months; summer is high season.
The Extras:
Don't miss the Behold Monument, part of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site.
