The King Center
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The King Center, established by Coretta Scott King in 1968, serves as the largest repository of primary source materials on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the American Civil Rights Movement. Located adjacent to the Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, the center features an outdoor memorial with the crypts of Dr. King and Coretta Scott King, surrounded by tranquil reflecting pools and an eternal flame. Visitors can explore Freedom Hall, showcasing art from Africa and Georgia, and enjoy various programs in the auditorium. The center also includes a bookstore and resource center, with exhibits honoring influential figures in the civil rights movement.
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Closed now. Opens Friday at 4:00 AM
Hours
- sunday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- tuesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- wednesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- saturday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM