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Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Chicago History Museum

January 17, 2022 - January 17, 2022 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Location

1601 N. Clark St.

Chicago, IL 60614

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Description

Enjoy a family-friendly museum event honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. There will be poetry and protest songs brought to you by the Chicago Poetry Center, a DJ set from award-winning post-disciplinary artist Sadie Woods, a historical discussion and more. Reservations are appreciated, but are not required.

Event cost: Free for all IL residents.

Event time: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Jan. 17, 2022

Additional Information

Website: https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/mlkday2022/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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