Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration

Monday, January 19, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Join us for our celebration of Dr. King and his legacy at Chicago Children’s Museum through art activities, storytelling, and reflection. Visit our story lounge to peruse children's books on the civil rights movement, race, and identity. Explore resources to help you have conversations with your children about race. Design your own Dr. King Day badge to commemorate the holiday.     For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids.