Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration

As part of our MLK Community Celebration, celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.! Families are invited to join us for youth activism workshops, meaningful conversations on race and social justice, interactive storytelling, movement workshops, and crafts.

Schedule

10am–4pm | Make-and-Takes and Black History Scavenger Hunt 

Drop in anytime! Families can add to a community-led mural of MLK’s “Dream” of an America filled with diversity, mutual respect, and equity. Add your artistic contribution to this large-scale community art project, make a peace sign, or go on a self-guided scavenger hunt through the galleries to explore Black history in St. Louis.

10:30–11:30am | All–Ages Youth Activism Workshop: The Beloved Community

Through hands-on activities and thought-provoking group discussions, explore Dr. King’s core philosophy of the Beloved Community and come up with a plan for improving the community around you.

10:30–11:15am | Step Into Story: Activism

Participate in a large-scale story time with music and children’s books. We’ll explore the meaning of activism and protest, ending with a poignant reading of the “I Have a Dream” speech. American Sign Language interpretation will be provided by DEAF Inc.

11:45am–12:15pm | Activist Panel

Kids can be activists, too! Meet real-life leaders who fought for change at a young age and made a difference in the world around them. American Sign Language interpretation will be provided by DEAF Inc.

12:30–1:30pm | All-Ages Youth Activism Workshop: The Beloved Community 

Through hands-on activities and thought-provoking group discussions, explore Dr. King’s core philosophy of The Beloved Community and come up with a plan for improving the community around you. American Sign Language interpretation will be provided by DEAF Inc.

2:00–2:45pm | Step into the Story: Activism 

Participate in a large-scale story time with music and children’s books. We’ll explore the meanings of activism and protest, ending with a poignant reading of the “I Have a Dream” speech.

3:00–3:45pm | MLK Movement Workshop with Mama Lisa

Join storyteller and dance instructor Mama Lisa for an interactive story-dance workshop for kids ages 5 and older. Children will sing and dance to celebrate the life of Dr. King!

Event Type: Community Event
When: Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Location: Missouri History Museum
Neighborhood: City-Wide
Ward: Many Wards
Admission: Free.
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