The King Center was built to commemorate the contributions of the civil rights activist and leader Martin Luther King Jr. The memorabilia and artifacts displayed here give visitors a sneak peak into the life of this eminent personality and his ideologies. The center contains his crypt which was moved from the South- View Cemetery. There is an Eternal Flame symbolizing the hope of Dr. King that lives on. The Freedom Hall contains major exhibits and a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. Frequented by eager tourists and students, this place provides an interesting and educating experience.
Website: thekingcenter.org
Phone: (404) 526-8900
Cross Streets: Between Boulevard NE and Jackson St NE
Open now
- Wed 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
449 Auburn Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30312-1503 ·402.77 mi
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tripadvisorThe King Center was started by Coretta Scott King in 1968 and has been dedicated to promoting the goals and ideals of Martin Luther King, Jr and the Civil Rights Movement. It is part of the Martin Luther King, Jr National Historic Park. This is where you will find the tombs of MLK, Jr and Coretta Scott King surrounded by a fountain in a beautiful and peaceful setting with the ever-burning eternal flame nearby. You could visit Freedom Hall which displays many photos and artifacts related to MLK, Jr and Coretta Scott King. There are also rooms dedicated to Rosa Parks and Gandhi. However, the museum at the Visitor Center is excellent and provides a more in-depth view of the man and the Civil Rights Movement and it is where you should devote the majority of your time.
MoreWhat an amazing place to visit! Dr. King’s story was told through pictures, videos, and artifacts. I also appreciated how Coretta’s contributions were celebrated, and I learned so much about her and what she did both before and after marrying him. Then to see where they are interred: such a solemn and beautiful setting.
MoreEvery time I have been there I learn more and more about Dr king and his struggle and how he became who he was
MoreFollowing services at Ebenezer Baptist Church, we headed across the street to see the King memorials and tour a little bit of the historic Auburn neighborhood. All of the sites were closed on Sunday, but it was still worthwhile to see this important landmark in our civil rights journey.
MoreThought provoking, melencoly, happy, sad, enlightening, and cannot be missed. Go here. It's awe inspiring.
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