Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site, Atlanta (must see)

Dedicated to preserving and interpreting the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in American history, this national historic site is located in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood, where Dr. King was born and raised, and features a variety of exhibits, memorials, and historic landmarks.

Visitors can tour Dr. King's birth home, which has been restored to its original condition and is furnished with period pieces to reflect the time when Dr. King lived there. The site also includes the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, where Dr. King and his father served as pastors, and where many of his most famous speeches were delivered. The church has been restored to its 1960s appearance, and visitors can attend Sunday services or take guided tours.

The Visitor Center features a museum with a variety of interactive exhibits, artifacts, and multimedia presentations that provide an in-depth look at Dr. King's life and work. Exhibits cover his childhood, education, activism, and leadership in the civil rights movement. There are also exhibits on the history of African Americans in the United States and the struggle for civil rights.

The site includes several other historic landmarks, including Dr. King's grave and tomb, the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame, and the King Center for Nonviolent Social Change, which was founded by Dr. King's wife, Coretta Scott King. The King Center includes a library, archives, and museum, as well as the tomb of Dr. King and his wife.

Why You Should Visit:
To gain a deeper understanding of Dr. King's life, legacy, and contributions to American history.

Tip:
If you want to tour MLK's birth home, arrive early (9 am/11am) to get a ticket at the visitor center.
All of the historical displays and programming are free of charge, but you can spend money in the various gifts shops.