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'A Burning House': MLK and the American Experiment

Apollo Theater
Jan 19 | Sun | 2pm | FREE
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'A Burning House': MLK and the American Experiment at Apollo Theater
WNYC and The Apollo present the 19th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration, programmed as part of The Apollo’s Uptown Hall series, on Sunday, January 19 at 2pm. This annual co-production between two of New York City’s iconic institutions has become the city’s signature event commemorating the political, cultural, and social legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

“A Burning House” MLK and the American Experiment will explore Dr. King’s enduring legacy through the lens of his profound reflection on integration and his call for deeper societal transformation. Inspired by his conversation with Harry Belafonte imagining America as a "burning house," the event will explore the complexities of belonging, justice, and collective responsibility in our contemporary moment. To follow Dr. King’s call for Americans to “become the firemen” and “not stand by and let the house burn,” the event will bring together distinguished scholars, faith leaders, artists and public intellectuals for a dialogue about building a society that truly embraces all its members.

Venue: Apollo Theater

253 W 125th St Map
212--53-1-5300