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Black Creativity Family Day

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for a day of activities celebrating the power of creativity and innovation! Black Creativity kicks off annually in mid-January with Family Day. Families can participate in a day of community art experience, engage in creative activities, and explore the Juried Art Exhibition. Black Creativity Family Day events and activities are included in Museum...

Included in admission

MLK Day of Service

Dan Ryan Woods 83rd and Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a day of service. Join us for an afternoon of litter clean-up, crafts and cocoa! For groups of 10 or more, register by emailing Kelvin.Boyd@cookcountyil.gov.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids.

Free

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemorative Day

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

Join us to celebrate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This family-friendly day features musical performances, interactive activities, community organizations, and more! Included with admission, which is FREE for Illinois residents on this day.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther...

Free

Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration

Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for our celebration of Dr. King and his legacy at Chicago Children’s Museum through art activities, storytelling, and reflection. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm: Visit our story lounge on Floor 2 to peruse children's books on the civil rights movement, race, and identity. Explore resources to help you have conversations with your children...

MLK Day of Service

Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

In addition to celebrating and honoring the life of Martin Luther King Jr., MLK Day is also a national day of service - a great time to give back to your community. We know how important the support of a community is in our day-to-day lives. For this day of service, we're partnering with the...

Free

Drop-in: MLK National Day of Service Project

Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL, United States

For all ages. Join us as we complete a project for the National Day of Service. We are making fleece tie blankets for Camden's Comfort Project. Spend a few minutes or a few hours volunteering. Available while supplies last.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate...

Free

MLK Day Restoration

Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington, IL, United States

Put on some gloves and join us in removing invasive species. Tools, eye protection provided. Children 8 & up w/adult. Teens can earn service hours.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids.

Free

Honoring the Dream

Des Plaines Public Library 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines, IL, United States

Join us in Youth Services to honor the dream of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. by exploring the theme of social justice. There will be stories and music in the Poet Tree corner, art in the Program Room, and a space to share your own dreams as well! You can participate in one or all...

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