MLK Day Activities and Volunteering Opps for Main Line Families
MLK Day is January 20th. Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a meaningful activity for your kids or the whole family
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'”
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
MLK Day commemorates the birthday of Dr. King, whose work advanced equality and justice for all Americans. Although schools and business may be closed for the holiday, MLK Day has become more than just a day off. It’s an opportunity to honor King’s legacy and his contributions to the civil rights movement by participating in a day of service.
As the tradition of volunteering on MLK Day has grown, so has the number of service activities for families. If you’re looking for a community service project or special activity for MLK Day, scroll down to find a handful of events around the Main Line. We will continue to add more as we find them! And be sure to visit the Martin Luther King Day of Service website, and search their listing of volunteer opps in the Greater Philadelphia area.
In addition to volunteering, here are some other ways to teach your children about Martin Luther King Jr. and honor his legacy:
- Read a children’s book about Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement.
- Watch videos about MLK’s life geared for kids, like these on Kids Academy and PBS Kids.
- Check your local library for fun and educational MLK Day activities for kids.
To learn more about volunteering with non-profit organizations around the Main Line, check out Volunteering Opportunities for Families.
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MLK Day of Edible Crafts in Narberth
The Candy Lab - Narberth 222 Haverford Ave., Narberth, PAJoin The Candy Lab in their new Narberth location on MLK Day to make 4+ yummy and beautiful edible crafts from 10-11 am. Only $20 per crafter (+$1.20 tax). Perfect for ages 5-12. The Candy Lab's new location is at 222 Haverford Ave. in Narberth.
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Drop-in Kindness Card Making for MLK Day of Service
Media-Upper Providence Free Library 1 E. Front Street, Media, PA, United StatesSpread some kindness this MLK Day! Stop in to the library and make a kindness card or two. You can take it with you, or leave it here and library staff hide it in a library book for a nice surprise! Best for ages 3 1/2-adult. This program will be […]
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MLK Day of Service at Riverbend
Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PAJoin Riverbend this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day to honor Dr. Kingโs legacy through hands-on service that strengthens the local environment. This yearโs project focuses on improving wildlife habitat and restoring the health of natural areas. Activities Include: โข Removing invasive plants including vines, amur honeysuckle, and devilโs walking stick […]
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Family Festival | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Woodmere Art Museum 9201 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a family program that invites children and adults to learn, reflect, and create together. Families will learn how Dr. King and others took action for freedom and justice to ensure that all people are treated fairly and equally. The program begins with storytelling […]
Lead photo courtesy of Please Touch Museum.
To find more family-friendly fun for every day of the week, visit the Main Line Parent Events calendar.
