2023 World Arts Foundation's Martin Luther King Tribute

2023 World Arts Foundation’s Martin Luther King Tribute

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Celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with the World Arts Foundation.

Since 1978, the World Arts Foundation has been celebrating and preserving African-American contributions in American culture. The organization brings together arts and education for community leaders, artists, educators, activists and youth. Initiatives include documenting the black experience in Portland’s historic Albina District; preserving historic Albina musician community of the late 20th century; and providing supplemental education programs to at-risk middle school and high school youth.

World Arts Foundation hosts a community event on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day every year. There are the details about the 2023 event.

2023 World Arts Foundation’s Martin Luther King Tribute

On Monday, January 16, from 1-4 p.m. celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. with the World Arts Foundation. The historic event showcases Oregon’s black community celebrating MLK Day.

This family-friendly event has inspiring speakers and performances as well as a special marketplace.

Performances and speakers include:

DaNell Daymon & Greater Works
Senator Margaret Carter
Alonzo Chadwick
Arietta Ward

Lifetime achievement awards will be presented to Dr. Shon Neyland, Lakayana Drury, Candace Avalos, David Ferguson and Dr. Steven Holt.

The event’s Victory Village marketplace will have vendors, regional agencies and artists.

Masking is required for entry. Admission is free with a suggested donation of $5 or five cans of nonperishable food items.

The event takes place at the Highland Christian Center, 7600 NE Glisan St. in Portland. For more information, visit the World Arts Foundation website.

World Arts Foundation Film

If you’d like to learn more about this organization, watch the historical film documenting the program’s legacy.

Keep Alive The Dream documents African-American communities in Oregon honoring the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The historical film showcases pioneering activists, community leaders, artists, musicians, and youth who have left lasting impacts in Oregon’s African-American community.