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Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
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Just past noon on January 15, 1929, a son was born to the Reverend and Mrs. Martin Luther King, Sr., in an upstairs bedroom of 501 Auburn Avenue, in Atlanta, Georgia. It was in these surroundings of home, church (Ebenezer Baptist Church), and neighborhood (Sweet Auburn) that "M.L." experienced family and Christian love, segregation in the days of "Jim Crow" laws, diligence and tolerance.
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Click here for a full-sized map of Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
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Directions |
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From Interstate 75/85 North or South
Take exit #248C - Freedom Parkway. Southbound travelers must merge over 4 lanes, in order to make the turn onto Boulevard. At the traffic light, turn right onto Boulevard NE, and make another immediate right turn at the next traffic light, onto John Wesley Dobbs Avenue. The visitor parking lot will be on the left. From Interstate 20 East or West
Exit at Interstate 75/85 North and take exit #248C - Freedom Parkway. At the traffic light, turn right onto Boulevard NE, and make another immediate right turn, at the next traffic light, onto John Wesley Dobbs Avenue. The visitor parking lot will be on the left.
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Climate |
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Summers are generally hot and humid. Winters are generally cool with variable precipitation. Recommend layers of clothing, especially in spring and fall, and good walking shoes.
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Link to our Atlanta Weather coverage for more information.
Link to our Atlanta Weather coverage for more information.
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Fees |
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Reservations |
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Reservations required to tour home.
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Things To Do |
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The GPS Ranger is a self-guided multimedia device that guides you through the historic Sweet Auburn Area. Hear Dr. King's message of social justice and equality, view images of the civil rights movement, and experience the aftermath of his untimely death, all in the palm of your hand. This device also provides an alternative to visitors who are unable to take the tour of the Birth Home during high visitation. The GPS Ranger can be rented for $9.95 during your visit and is available at the Eastern National Bookstore, inside of Fire Station #6, located on the corner of Auburn Avenue and Boulevard.
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For Kids |
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Puppet Shows While your group is visiting the site participate in at least one of the programs listed below. Remember, your reservation for a program must be made at least 30 days in advance. Puppet shows are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays in January and Tuesdays only in February. A Day On, Not A Day Off - A puppet show about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and why it is important to celebrate the King holiday each year.
Duration: 45 minutes
Grade: Pre-K through 2nd Grade
/>Day & Time: Tuesday & Thursday, 10:00am
Program Size: 70 students Yesterday Heroes - A puppet show about the contributions of African American men and women whose achievements help shape America's growth and development in the fields of science, industry, education, and the arts.
Duration: 1 hour
Grade: 5th through 6th Grade
Day & Time: Tuesday & Thursday, 10:00am
Program Size: 70 students Auburn Avenue, A Street of Pride - A puppet show about what made Auburn Avenue "the richest Negro street in America".
Duration: 45 minutes
Grade: 3rd through 6th
Day & Time: Tuesday & Thursday, 10:00am
Program Size: 70 students
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