9/13: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and Historical Landmark

After visiting a more upbeat little 5 points, we made the trip to  "sweet" Auburn Street, where the MLK Jr. national site is! We had the privilege to see Ebenezer Baptist Church where he was baptized, where he was the Jr. Pastor, and where his memorial service was held when he was assassinated. 

We also had he chance to hear the "I have a dream" speech by a fella that works at the landmark and travels the world reenacting MLK's speeches. It was like I was there listening to the real speech. He was phenomenal and if you don't believe me, come to Atlanta and hear for yourself! The accent, the shakiness in his voice, and way the words rolled off his tongue-it was like MLK was standing right in front of us! 

Other historical landmarks on Auburn: 

  Original birthplace of Martin Luther King        Jr.

  Original homes from the days he walked the streets 

  The new church where they now have sermons (across from Ebenezer) 

  And most importantly, MLK and his late wife's tomb. 

Come to ATL and visit this. It's a must. 

(Above is the clock that is set at 10:30-the time of MLK's funeral service) 

(The place where mama King was shot and killed)