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Tickets are no longer available through this website. If you wish to purchase tickets, please come to the Registration Desk at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center beginning on Thursday, August 25th at 9:00am.
Tickets for the Honoring Civil Rights Pioneers Past, Present and Future Luncheon are still available for purchase — this event kicks off the weeklong celebration and features Reverend Jesse Jackson, actress Victoria Rowell, Attorney General Eric Holder, Minister Earnest Pugh with performances by Christopher Williams and Naturally 7.
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
| The Memorial will officially open to the public on Monday, August 22, 2011. | ||
| Location: | The intersection of West Basin Drive SW and Independence Avenue SW | |
| Time: | Monday, August 22, 2011: 11 am - 10 pm Tuesday, August 23, 2011: 9 am - 10 pm Wednesday, August 24, 2011: 9 am - 10 pm Thursday, August 25, 2011: 9 am - 10 pm |
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Honoring Global Leaders for Peace
| International Salute Gala Dinner | |
| This formal dinner will initiate five days of Dedication events and commemorates the men and women who continue to pursue the dream of global peace and social equality, a goal championed by Dr. King in his universal message of Democracy, Justice, Hope and Love. | |
| Location: | Washington Convention Center -- UPDATED |
| Time: | Wednesday, August 24, 2011, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., EVENT TIME HAS BEEN UPDATED |
| Attire: | Business/Cocktail Attire |
| Cost: | By invitation only |
Honoring Past, Present, Future Pioneers
| Civil Rights Pioneers Luncheon | |
| While Dr. King was arguably one of the most influential figures to emerge from the Civil Rights Movement, he was not alone. This luncheon honors those who dared to stand with Dr. King, those who dare to stand for the dream today, and those who dare future generations to continue to stand for social justice and equality. | |
| Location: | Walter E. Washington Convention Center |
| Time: | Thursday, August 25, 2011, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. |
| Attire: | Business |
| Cost: | $85/Seat (limited ticket availability/sponsorship levels available) |
Partners In The Dream
| Join supporters of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial for a public expo including information booths, performances and a tribute to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. | |
| Location: | Walter E. Washington Convention Center |
| Time: | Thursday, August 25, 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. Friday, August 26, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday, August 27, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, August 28, 2:00 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Attire: | Casual |
| Cost: | Free and open to the public |
The Message in the Music
| Civil Rights Concert | |
| Various entertainment artists will join us in celebration by performing the legendary sounds of the Civil Rights Movement, music that inspired hope, strength and change. | |
| Location: | Walter E. Washington Convention Center |
| Time: | Thursday, August 25, 2011, 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. |
| Attire: | Cocktail |
| Cost: | $100, $65 Tickets (limited ticket availability/sponsorship levels available) |
Women Who Dare to Dream
| Women's Luncheon | |
| Equally as important as their male counterparts, the women of the Civil Rights Movement have earned our respect and esteem. At this luncheon, we honor the women whose legacy of strength and dignity continues to inspire hope. | |
| Location: | Walter E. Washington Convention Center |
| Time: | Friday, August 26, 2011, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. |
| Attire: | Business |
| Cost: | $85/Seat (limited ticket availability/sponsorship levels available) |
Kennedy Center Celebration
| Maggie Ingram and the Ingramettes with Naturally 7 and Frédéric Yonnet | |
| Gospel legends Maggie Ingram and the Ingramettes, a cappella group Naturally 7, Raheem DeVaughn, and urban jazz harmonicist Frédéric Yonnet host a Millennium Stage concert honoring the dedication of the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial. | |
| Location: | Concert Hall at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts |
| Time: | Friday, August 26th, 2011, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. |
| Cost: | Free and open to the public |
Prayer Service at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
| The official prayer service celebrating the dedication of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. | |
| Location: | Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception |
| Time: | Saturday, August 27, 2011, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
| Attire: | Business |
| Cost: | By invitation only |
Dream Keepers
| Encouraging Future Leaders Youth Event |
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| This afternoon of activities will be a fun and engaging event to encourage today’s youth in diverse ways to spread Dr. King’s message and to live their potential. | |
| Location: | Walter E. Washington Convention Center |
| Time: | Saturday, August 27, 2011, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
| Attire: | Business Casual |
| Cost: | By invitation only (sponsorship levels available) |
The Celebration
| Dream Gala | |
| The Dream Gala is the premier VIP formal event of Dedication, where all Leadership Donors, dignitaries and honored supporters come together for a momentous evening celebrating the completion of the dream, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. | |
| Location: | Walter E. Washington Convention Center |
| Time: | Saturday, August 27, 2011, Reception: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Dinner: 7:00pm - 10:00pm |
| Attire: | Black Tie |
| Cost: | $250, $125 Tickets (limited ticket availability/sponsorship levels available) |
Pre-Dedication Musical Tribute
| Preceding the official Dedication of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, this concert will pay tribute to the Life, the Dream and the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. | |
| Location: | West Potomac Park |
| Time: | Sunday, August 28, 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
| Attire: | Cool, loose fitting clothing, soft-soled comfortable shoes, sunscreen |
| Cost: | Free and open to the public |
Official Dedication Ceremony
| The official Dedication ceremony of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. | |
| Location: | West Potomac Park |
| Time: | Sunday, August 28, 11 a.m. |
| Attire: | Cool, loose fitting clothing, soft-soled comfortable shoes, sunscreen |
| Cost: | Free and open to the public |
Concert on the Mall
| Post-Dedication concert featuring noted artists. | |
| Location: | West Potomac Park |
| Time: | Sunday, August 28, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
| Attire: | Cool, loose fitting clothing, soft-soled comfortable shoes, sunscreen |
| Cost: |
Free and open to the public |
Dedication Week Locations:
| National Building Museum 401 F Street NW Washington, DC 20001 |
Washington National Cathedral 3101 Wisconsin Avenue NW Washington, DC 20016 |
| Walter E. Washington Convention Center 801 Mount Vernon Place NW Washington, DC 20001 |
West Potomac Park Washington DC 20245 |
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