Martin Luther King Jr Day at NAAM

Description

NAAM’s annual King Day celebration returns to honor the life, legacy, and sacrifice of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Northwest African American Museum.

Throughout 2026, NAAM’s programs, exhibitions, and public gatherings will explore courage as a collective force rooted in Black history, creativity, and resilience. This theme invites reflection on courageous acts of the past and asks what courage requires of us now as we work toward justice, dignity, and shared responsibility.

On King Day, they will give away hundreds of new books to local youth. They will continue to distribute free books each month throughout the region. In honor of Dr. King, please consider a monetary donation to the Book Fund and help advance racial equity.

Additional details about King Day 2026 programming, partners, and schedules will be shared soon.

Date/Time: Monday, January 19, 2026. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 

Location: Northwest African American Museum, 2300 S Massachusetts St, Seattle, WA 98144

Cost: Free

All ages