Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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About
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the federal holiday on Monday 18 January. The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial remains an important visit; any ceremonies or volunteer programmes require separate confirmation.
Highlights
- Federal holiday on Monday 18 January
- Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial on the Tidal Basin
Practical tips
- Confirm service projects or ceremonies with their organisers
- Check attraction and transit hours for the federal holiday
Sources
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