HomeCommunity Community SLIDESHOW — A glimpse at MLK Day 2023 By TSD Newsroom 01/17/2023 0 180 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp The National Civil Rights Museum presented King Day: An All-Day Celebration, including free admission, thanks to FedEx. King Day kicked off yearlong observances themed “Freedom Can’t Wait” as the NCRM focuses on major civil rights milestones with anniversaries in 2023. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) Amongst the many observances of MLK Day 2023 in Memphis were those reflected in these images: 1 of 12 Amid rainy conditions, a steady stream of visitors made their way to the National Civil Rights Museum on MLK Day 2023. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) Live performances was part of the MLK Day lineup at the NCRM. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) The Rev. Dr. L. LaSimba M. Gray Jr., president emeritus of the Memphis satellite of Operation PUSH, spoke on the political challenges for 2023 during the Operation PUSH Reunion featured at the Dr. Martin Luther King Day observance at Monumental Baptist Church. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) Bishop M. Frank Thomas (middle), presiding prelate of the First Episcopal District of the CME Church, International, with CME pastors and wives and members during the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance at Monumental Baptist Church. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) Van Turner Jr. speaks ahead of the recognition of West Memphis Mayor Marco McClendon (third from right). (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) Dr. Vincent Hunter, principal of Whitehaven High School, makes an educational presentation during the MLK Day celebration at Monumental Baptist Church. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) Apostle William "Bill" Adkins, pastor of Greater Imani Cathedral of Faith shares his reflections during the MLK Day observance at Monumental Baptist Church. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) Joe Kyles speaks on the moral mandate of Dr. King during the MLK Day celebration at Monumental Baptist Church. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) The 65th International Tea in support of LeMoyne-Owen College was held in conjunction with MLK observances at Memphis' only HBCU. The International Tea was founded as a means to increase the faith community’s support for LOC and higher education. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) LOC President Dr. Vernell Bennett-Fairs speaks during the 65th International Tea. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) 65th International Tea: Pictured (l-r) – The Rev. Melvin Watkins Jr., International Tea co-chair; the Rev.Anthony Henderson, chairman; Dr.Vernell Bennett-Fairs; Brianna Boyce, Miss UNCF; and the Rev. Dr .Michael Moore, Tea co-chair. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) A taste of Puerto Rico at the 65th Annual International Tea in support of LeMoyne-Owen College. (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley/The New Tri-State Defender) Share this:Post Previous articleTSD takes a 10-year look back at MLK DayNext articleMake that 10 straight as Grizzlies deliver payback to the Suns Related Articles Memphis Government WATCH: Mayor Paul Young makes case for proposed tax increase during 100-Day Address Culture From its inception, Africa in April has been about the village’s children Community Building Bridges: Memphis Youth Empowerment Organization Prepares Leaders for Today and Tomorrow Stay Connected21,507FansLike2,634FollowersFollow17,200SubscribersSubscribe - Advertisement - Latest News Memphis Government WATCH: Mayor Paul Young makes case for proposed tax increase during 100-Day Address Culture From its inception, Africa in April has been about the village’s children Community Building Bridges: Memphis Youth Empowerment Organization Prepares Leaders for Today and Tomorrow Metro Memphis Memphis Area Legal Services loses $1.7 million in grant funding; Education WEATHERS: The Mental Health Crisis in Urban Schools: A Call for Action Load more