The fact that slaves were sold in St. Augustine isn't in dispute; in 1827, the young New England writer Ralph Waldo Emerson passed through and saw a slave auction in full swing. When King came in 1964, he flat-out called it America's most segregated city.

In 2025, the theme ‘Strengthening a Just Transition for a Sustainable Future’ highlights the urgent need for an inclusive shift towards environmentally sustainable economies. This transition must address climate change and ensure fairness and social justice for workers, communities, and nations affected by these changes.

The house was badly damaged by a fire two years ago. The restoration work to turn it into a museum is expected to be completed by 2026.

Historian Vicki Crawford was one of the first scholars to focus on women’s roles in the civil rights movement. Her 1993 book, “Trailblazers and Torchbearers,” dives into the stories of female leaders whose legacies have often been overshadowed.

Lawrence Phillips, founder and CEO of Green Book Global Walk in the footsteps of one of history's most important figures with a visit to the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is more than just a symbol of the Civil Rights Movement; his legacy is deeply rooted in his tireless activism, his philosophical comm

Owens was named the 43rd winner of the MLK Jr. Memorial Committee’s annual scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to a Boston College junior.