 WHAT IS MLK DAY:
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed for us to live in a world where we would “not be judged by the color of [our] skin, but by the content of [our] character.” Take a trip to the Children’s Museum of Houston (CMH) to honor his acclaimed “I Have a Dream Speech” which rocked the nation during the Civil Rights Movement in 1963 and sparked his everlasting legacy.
SPECIAL MLK DAY EVENTS:
- State Rep. Garnet Colemanand Gardere Oratory Speech Winner Recital: Listen to the uplifting words of State Rep. Garnet Coleman as he introduces this year’s Gardere Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratorical Competition winner.
- Caryakid Award Honoring Judge Zinetta A. Burney: We’ll pay tribute to Harris County Court Precinct 7’s Justice of the Peace for her service.
- Peace Rally Led by CMH Kid’s Committee and MLK "I Have a Dream" Speech" rendition: Join the Kid’s Committee in a peaceful march down Kid's Hall to celebrate our civil rights then hear the speech that changed it all.
- Young Harmonies of Houston: Listen to the moving and inspirational sounds of this young group of performers.
ON-GOING MLK DAY ACTIVITIES:
- Freedom Hands: Dr. King taught us to work together toward freedom. Express with your hands freedoms you have at the Alexander Art Academy.
- Dream Portraits: Reflect on your own talent, personality and dreams for the future by making a life size portrait of yourself in Tree Top and One World.
- Dream Wall: Dr. King had dreams, and we know you do too. Come to Junktion, write down your dream and share it with us on our Dream Wall.
- Family Seal: Design a special symbol which represents the beliefs of you and your family at Junktion.
- Paper Cranes: Embrace a different culture and Dr. King’s message of peace through symbolic origami cranes at Junktion.
- African American Scientist and Inventors: Learn about their achievements and explore how they have impacted our society at Science Station.
WHEN:
MLK Day Peace Rally, January 16, 2012 at Noon
***Events, times and activities subject to change
WHERE:
Children's Museum of Houston, 1500 Binz, Houston, TX 77004
HOURS/COST:
- MUSEUM HOURS: Monday, January 16; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Special event general Museum admission: $5 per person. Children under one and Museum Members receive free admission.
- For more information, visit www.cmhouston.org or call (713) 522-1138
CELEBRATE MLK DAY OF SERVICE BY DONATING BLOOD:
We're partnering with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Centers and hosting a blood drive at the Museum as part of our MLK Day events.
12 noon – 4:30 p.m.
2nd Floor Room
FREE T-SHIRT for all who donate!
Schedule Your Appointment online in Digital Donor or contact The Blood Center at 713-791-6326.
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