Connecting Community
Admission to the Freedom Center’s exhibits and permanent collection are FREE on Monday, Jan. 16 for their MLK Fifth Third Community Day.
Art Activity with local artist Brent Billingsley
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. I Grand Hall
Brent Billingslev. is an artist and empowering voice behind young, disenfranchised youth. Stop by for an art activity about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Unpacking Love & Justice with Brittany Packnett Cunningham
2–3 p.m. I Harriet Tubman Theater
Moderated by Angenita Brown with Union Institute & University, this open discussion explores the intersection of culture and justice with Brittanv. Packnett Cunningham. Brittany is an award-winning activist, educator and writer. Cited by President Barack Obama as a leader whose “voice is going to be making a difference for years to come,” Brittany is an award-winning educator, organizer, writer and leader. Brittany has become a remarkable voice in the work of social change, empowerment and freedom.
Education Resources
All day I 3rd floor
Stop by and learn about the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center's educational resources, field trip opportunities and youth initiatives.
The King Legacy Celebration at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center begins at 8 a.m. with a continental breakfast and an opportunity for fellowship before the program begins. Tickets available.
Artist Destiny L will perform “Lift Every Voice and Sing” to start the program and Revolution Dance Theatre will perform prior to the keynote. The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra’s Nouveau program will perform in reflection to Dr. King’s philosophy and students from the Freedom Center’s Youth Docent Program will speak about Dr. King’s six principles.
The event also includes a keynote discussion between Brittany Packnett Cunningham and Lacey Roberts from WLWT.
Brittany Packnett Cunningham is an award-winning educator, organizer, writer and leader who is leading at the intersection of culture and justice.