Loyola University Chicago

Thursday, January 10th - Monday, March 10, 2008
The "Until Justice Rolls Down Like Waters" Exhibition
 The exhibition is free and open to the public. For more information or to learn more, contact Arielle Semmel, Educational Programs Coordinator, HI-Chicago at asemmel@hichicago.org or at 312.583.2226. 
Hostelling International Chicago (24 East Congress Pkwy), Su-Sa 9:00am - 9:00pm 

Thursday, January 10th - Sunday, June 1, 2008
“And Freedom For All: Martin Luther King Jr. & the Civil Rights Movement” Exhibition
A celebration of the life of the “drum major for justice,” the DuSable Museum of African American History will present “And Freedom for All: Martin Luther King Jr. & The Civil Rights Movement.” “And Freedom for All” contains fifty (50) unpublished photographs from the archives of LOOK Magazine photographer Stanley Tretick and depicts the March participants surrounding the Lincoln Memorial; African Americans participating in the March; and President John F. Kennedy and Vice President Lyndon Johnson at the White House, U.S. Capitol and Lincoln Memorial with Martin Luther King, Jr., and organizers. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for students and senior citizens, $1 for children ages 6 through 12 and children under the age of 6 are free. Sundays are FREE to all courtesy of Bank of America FREE SUNDAYS. The Museum may be reached by CTA buses # 3, # 4, and # 55 and parking is also available on the premises. For more information on the Museum and its programs, please call (773) 947-0600 or you may visit their website at http://www.dusablemuseum.org.
DuSable Museum of African American History (57th Street at South Cottage Grove Avenue), M-Sa 10:00am - 5:00pm, Su 12:00 - 5:00pm  

Friday, January 18th & Saturday, January 19th
MLK Historically Black College Fair at Navy Pier
Individuals interested in attending the fair should contact The Trinity Higher Education Corporation at (773) 298-1590.
Navy Pier, Festival Hall A, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Monday, January 21st
Dusable Museum: Martinmas - A Celebration of the Life and Triumphs of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Join us for a day filled with remembrances, films and celebration! Come together to commemorate the contributions of the dreamer: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. General Admission: Adults $8, All Children $5, DuSable Museum Members: $5. Workshop Activities Fee: $4.00. For additional information call (773) 947-0600×225. (Advance purchase required to receive member discount. Receipt and membership card required at admission. If card is not available, general admission costs apply. Call (773) 947-0600×236 to purchase. On-line tickets open soon! Advance sales close January 18.) For a complete schedule of events, please click here.
DuSable Museum of African American History (57th Street at South Cottage Grove Avenue), 10:00am - 6:00pm 

Monday, January 21st
MLK at Northwestern - Keynote Address: Alexis Herman
In recognition of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, the University assembled a variety of programs to cause reflection on the life and legacy of Dr. King. The offerings include lectures, service opportunities, discussions, films, music and theater. Highlights of the program include keynote addresses by former U.S. Secretary of Labor Alexis Herman. This program includes music and a performance by Northwestern student groups.
Northwestern University (Evanston), Pick-Staiger Concert Hall (50 Arts Circle Drive), 11:00am

Monday, January 21st
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Chicago History Museum
Commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Chicago History Museum. The Chicago Chamber Choir will perform an inspirational collection of songs and spirituals. Dramatic performances will reflect Dr. King’s messages of peace and justice. Free admission.
Chicago History Museum (1601 North Clark St.), 11:00am - 2:00pm

Monday, January 21st
Memorial Service with Keynote Address Loretta J. Ross
Loretta J. Ross, founder and the National Coordinator of the SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Health Collective, will reflect on the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. For more information on Loretta J. Ross, please visit www.speakoutnow.org or click here. This event is free and open to the public. ASL interpreter available. Doors open at 11:00am. All Memorial Service attendees are invited to enjoy refreshments and meet the keynote speaker, Loretta J. Ross at a reception afterwards. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
University of Chicago, Keynote: Rockefeller Memorial Chapel (1156 East 59th St), 12:00 - 1:00pm; Reception: Ida Noyes Hall - Cloister Club (1212 East 59th St), 1:00 - 3:00pm

Monday, January 21st
The Art Institute of Chicago Family Workshop
Hear Chicago storyteller and folklorist Gwen Hilary, accompanied by musician Enoch Williams, tell stories about peace and justice at 12:30 and 1:30. Visit a drop-in workshop from 12:30 to 3:30 to create a pinwheel to celebrate peace. Free with admission.
The Art Institute of Chicago (111 South Michigan Ave.), 12:30 - 3:00pm

Monday, January 21st
Hostelling International Chicago Public Art Viewing
An artists' reception in on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, The artists will describe their work and the winners of First, Second, and Third Place Prize will be announced. The event is free and open to the public.
Hostelling International Chicago (24 East Congress Pkwy), 5:00 - 7:00pm

Monday, January 21st
MLK at Northwestern - Alpha Phi Alpha Candlelight Vigil with Eva Jefferson Paterson
In recognition of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, the University assembled a variety of programs to cause reflection on the life and legacy of Dr. King. The offerings include lectures, service opportunities, discussions, films, music and theater. Highlights of the program included civil rights attorney and activist Eva Jefferson Paterson, a Northwestern University alumna on the Evanston campus. This program includes music and a performance by Northwestern student groups. 
Northwestern University (Evanston), Alice Millar Chapel (1870 Sheridan Road), 7:00pm

Monday, January 21st
Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration
The Brotherhood Chorale was founded in 1969 and has grown to more than 160 members. Directed by Brian Rice, the Chorale has build an impressive repertoire. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear them perform at this annual community celebration. Proceeds from this concert benefit the William Warfield Endowed Scholarship Fund.  Admission is $15. 
Nichols Concert Hall (1490 Chicago Ave., Evanston, IL), 7:30pm

For information about MLK events at Loyola, check out our MLK Celebration 2008 - LUC page.

For more information on the Department of Student Diversity & Multicultural Affairs' MLK event,  Dreaming of Justice: MLK Celebration 2008 with Keynote speaker Judge Greg Mathis, click here.