Carver Celebrates King : Celebrating the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Schedule

Thu, 15 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center‎ | Austin, TX

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Join us at the Carver for two days of programming honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
About this Event

January 15

Carver Celebrates King: Celebrating the life Of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Crafts Fit for a King:

11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Drum (Lobby)

Join us for a day of creative expression honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Patrons are invited to explore several come-and-go art stations throughout the day, creating unique works of art inspired by Dr. King’s message, vision, and lasting impact. Throughout the crafting experience, some of Dr. King’s most acclaimed speeches will be streamed in the lobby, allowing participants to reflect, create, and engage with his powerful words.


Evening Film Screening: Boyd Vance Theater

6:00 p.m. – King in the Wilderness (Not Rated)

Following the screening, guests are invited to enjoy cake and punch.


January 16

Carver Celebrates King: Celebrating the life Of Dr. Martin Luther King


Meet a Local Civil Rights Icon:

11:35 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.- L.C Anderson Exhibit

Mr. Alexander Porter shares his experiences as one of the nation’s first Black FBI agents, including his work under J. Edgar Hoover and his involvement in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. case.

Crafts Fit for a King:

11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Drum (Lobby)

Join us for a day of creative expression honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Patrons are invited to explore several come-and-go art stations throughout the day, creating unique works of art inspired by Dr. King’s message, vision, and lasting impact. Throughout the crafting experience, some of Dr. King’s most acclaimed speeches will be streamed in the lobby, allowing participants to reflect, create, and engage with his powerful words.


Family Friendly Film Screenings: Boyd Vance Theater

3:00 p.m.- Our Friend, Martin (Elementary | PG)

Animated film screening

4:15 p.m.- Selma, Lord Selma (G)

Feature film screening

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Where is it happening?

George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center‎, 1165 Angelina St., Austin, United States

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