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Celebrating the life of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Local memorial for a national hero

Students taking initiative

Honoring his memory

Public art celebrating history

The Eagles Auditorium

National sites honoring Dr. King

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Remembering Dr. King...inn celebration of his life.

Students taking initiative:
Martin Luther King Elementary School

In the early 1970's, students at what was then known as Harrison Elementary School in Seattle's Madison Valley initiated a project to research the process of renaming their school to honor one of their heroes. The students participated in every stage of the process, including appearing before the Seattle School Board, and holding a school-wide election to vote on the name change. Martin Luther King Elementary School plays a vital role in its community.

The school is located at 3201 East Republican St., Seattle WA 98112, and can be reached at (206) 281-6510.
Photo:  Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School Photo of Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School.
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Updated: Dec. 29, 2002

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