The Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
A collection of archival footage highlighting the life and activism of Martin Luther King Jr.
Every third Monday of January in the United States, the nation recognizes Martin Luther King Jr. Day in honor of the minister and activist who became the leading voice of the Civil Rights Movement. King’s message of nonviolence in the face of racial discrimination and hatred remains a source of inspiration for new generations of Americans. Among the causes King championed were voting rights, desegregation, and workers’ rights. His legacy survives through peaceful activism, the hard-fought victories of the Civil Rights Movement, and its many leaders.
This collection of archival footage explores the history of the Civil Rights Movement, Martin Luther King Jr., and the lives he influenced.
The March (1963, Restored)
This beautifully restored film from award-winning producer James Blue takes viewers to the center of the March on Washington in 1963, one of the pivotal moments of the Civil Rights era. Courtesy of the US National Archives.
A Time for Freedom
This half-hour documentary covers a 1957 march celebrating the third anniversary of the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision. Speakers include Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Adam Clayton Powell Jr., Fred Shuttlesworth, and a performance by Mahalia Jackson. Courtesy of the Library of Congress.
The March in Washington
More footage from the 1963 March on Washington, courtesy of the US National Archives.
Martin Luther King Clip Reel
This collection of short films explores the legacy of King in 1986, the year Martin Luther King Jr. Day was first federally celebrated. Speakers share their memories of King and the Civil Rights Movement and reflect on its impact 18 years after his assassination. Courtesy of the US National Archives.
An Evening with John Lewis
Finally, this long conversation with Congressman John Lewis highlights his role as another key figure in the Civil Rights Movement and subsequent US politics. Congressman Lewis passed away on July 17, 2020. Courtesy of the US National Archives.
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