Main Spotlight: A Community of Support — Protecting Black History in Dublin, Georgia
Learn how this community is honoring Martin Luther King Jr. and telling the stories of Black leaders in their community.
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Martin Luther King Jr. in Washington DC the 28 August 1963. Photo by AFP.
Martin Luther King Jr.‘s impact and legacy continue to have a lasting effect on this country. He left a historical and emotional impact on Main Street communities across the network, who remember his actions and celebrate his values today. To honor him, we gathered four articles that highlight how communities celebrate and remember Dr. King through programming, events, and public art.
Main Spotlight: Building Upon a Civil Rights Legacy in Albany, Georgia
Learn how Albany, Georgia, recognizes their civil rights legacy and supports the African American community today.
Main Spotlight: Community Preservation in the Modern South
Stockbridge Main Street has made significant strides in exploring and sharing the story of Martin Luther King, father of civil rights hero Martin Luther King Jr.
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Main Spotlight: Moving Forward While Recognizing the Past
Diana Schwartz at River District Association shares the civil rights history of Danville, Virginia, and the ways that the community recognizes the past while creating a more inclusive future.
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