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Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Monument and Outdoor Sculpture

Southwest Washington, Washington

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"Awesome, heart touching quotes that are still relevant today!!!"(16 Tips)
"It's a 30 foot statue of Dr. King looking out into the horizon."(6 Tips)
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"able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope."(2 Tips)

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Black Family ReunionsMarch 27, 2016
This is an incredible monument to visit as a family. It helps to make the legacy of MLK more real for the younger children in your family.
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Caroline KimaniFebruary 17, 2013
I was there for the dedication ceremony and that was very special. Visited again and the feeling of looking at this larger than life statue is truly a sight to behold. Everyone should visit.
Upvoted Feb 24
IWalked Audio ToursJuly 3, 2012
Unveiled 8/22/2011. Memorial entered through Mountain of Despair with center cut out. Around centerpiece is 450' crescent-shaped Inscription Wall with text from 14 speeches.More site history via<LINK> Read more
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Stevie De RossiJuly 30, 2017
“I Have a Dream”speech was not his 1st at the Lincoln Memorial.He was among the civil rights leaders who spoke in the shadow of the Great Emancipator during the Prayer Pilgrimage for Freedom on5/17/57
BETJanuary 30, 2013
King is the FIRST African-American honored with a memorial on or near the National Mall in DC! See great examples of African-Americans' contributions to us all: http://bet.us/BHM
888 Lucky Beer (PAUGUSTIN.com)January 3, 2012
It is a very very tall monument... Must see the beautiful carving. Also, great view of the back side of the Lincoln memorial. The trolley just drop some visitors...so, it is not too late.
Lauren OliviaNovember 21, 2017
My fiancé & I took an evening date trip to DC from Baltimore & decided to do some Capital sightseeing...at 10pm lol
Hauoli PazMay 11, 2013
Spectacular and impressive. This man changed my life. Make sure you follow around the lake to the FDR Memorial.
KarenFebruary 4, 2018
What an incredible monument. Definitely make time to see this up close.
dickwynJuly 21, 2016
On the walls surrounding the Statue is a number of notable quotes from the King. From here, you can also get a nice shot of the Jefferson Memorial
Trust for the National MallNovember 19, 2013
We hope you enjoyed your visit to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. Please join the Trust for the National Mall as we preserve this iconic park for future generations. Read more
Mike DavisJune 23, 2015
I love that the statue is unfinished just as his dream is.
The QueenJanuary 13, 2013
God bless the National Parks Service for taking good care of the memorials and providing tidy restrooms.
jeyoDecember 14, 2015
This is a place of great meaning. Take a seat, read all there is, and think.
Jake SmithAugust 13, 2019
Judge people not by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.
Ellen S. P.December 24, 2015
MLK memorial is great at night and will be nearly empty, allowing you to take in its size.
Britt AntonyMay 30, 2015
Really great and artistic concept to represent one of the most influential civil rights leaders of our times
Shoaib TariqAugust 21, 2014
For me mr.king is one of the most influential man in american history. Admire him..must visit
ChevroletAugust 25, 2011
Visit the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial and help bring his vision to life: “With this faith, we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope.” Read more
Brian TOctober 2, 2017
The absolute highlight of my trip to DC. A beautiful memorial.
Aaron JordanFebruary 5, 2012
A place that should humble every American and force us to question whether each of us is doing enough to further the common good.
David LubinJuly 31, 2017
The statue itself leaves something to be desired. I love the quotes all around though
josef jonMay 8, 2017
The walls surrounding the statute include quotes from MLK Jr. across his lifetime ✅⚡️
lucy KemmitzSeptember 27, 2011
recently opened the MLK memorial is a new tourist destination. Moving quotes from some of MLKs most memorable speeches and an incredible huge stone sculpture of the man himself Read more
Amy Lee WaltonOctober 16, 2011
Make a career of humanity, commit yourself to the noble struggle for equal rights, you will make a greater person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in. - MLK
NikaSeptember 27, 2011
This is a must see when your in. D.C. remember this is kind of like a memorial. Respect it and act with class. Don't do a club pose on the statue!
Katie WillardJune 21, 2015
Beautiful at night. Actually read all the quotes; they're compelling.
Cynthia BernyeaApril 30, 2019
We have so many memories here loved it
Jus SeaniemoSeptember 1, 2011
My best advice is to come here with a clear mind. That is the only way to experience the fullness of what this memorial reall means.
Nikki BrowneJuly 23, 2015
Informational. Don't sit on the statue or else the Rangers will get really mad.
Alex LumaMarch 4, 2017
The centerpiece of this memorial is called the "Stone of Hope." It features a 30-foot likeness of Martin Luther King Jr.
Donna TalaricoSeptember 22, 2021
Mary was a great ranger. Friendly and helpful.
DevontaJanuary 20, 2013
First Time Here! 2 African American Men Changed the Course of History. Barack & Martin! #2013 #DC #Love #Equality
Close GitmoJanuary 11, 2012
Jan 11(right now!): the National Day of Action Against Guantanamo & the NDAA! Join us at 1130 in Lafayette Square across from the White House. The program and march will run from Noon-2:30pm EST
JH H-DOctober 31, 2019
Get your national parks cancellation stamp across the street in their bookshop on the fields
Kitty LaRueJuly 30, 2019
Five years later and still I'm awed by the statue of #MLK. The Smithsonian was pretty awesome as well.
Amber Huntley-RuizJuly 29, 2012
Just heard a dad tell his daughter that this is the monument for the greatest man that ever lived. She asked if he was president and he replied, "No, he wasn't president but he was a great man"
eric bornemannMay 9, 2021
Important memorial that starts to try and right the wrongs and lack of representation on the national mall. Now we need a Malcom X memorial!
Dave LepkowskiMay 15, 2018
Have visited early in the Spring when the cherry blossoms were out
JH H-DOctober 31, 2019
Beautiful open space to honor and reflect
YaGirlJuiceOctober 23, 2011
Great tip Anika! There's such an overwhelming feeling of reverence as soon as you step foot onto the site
_November 6, 2014
Check out the Stone of Hope. It's a 30 foot statue of Dr. King looking out into the horizon.
Christian AnicieteMarch 25, 2013
It is very fitting that this monument stands very tall. Come here and be inspired.
Susan BurroughsNovember 23, 2017
Impressive! Breathtaking views.
Karl WarrenJanuary 21, 2015
Best to see it at night, its just lit up very pretty
Farrukh SeyarJanuary 30, 2015
Ask for Marcela as server, she is the best.
NAACPAugust 19, 2011
NAACP Pres. Ben Jealous (@BenJealous) will be speaking Aug. 27 & 28 at the Memorial unveil...we'll be sharing our thoughts on Twitter during the historic weekend at @NAACP @NAACPConnect & #DedicateMLK
Lina GonzoFebruary 2, 2013
A great piece of art honoring a great man! Hope that people learn from Dr. King's teachings!
Nicole HunterMay 6, 2013
See the monument at night! Spectacular!
Fernanda SeccoOctober 20, 2011
Come in the morning, the sun helps you to take wonderful pictures!

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