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Martin Luther King Jr. in Waretown, NJ

  • Ocean County Library, Waretown Branch, 112 Main St, Waretown, NJ 0875 112 Main Street Waretown, NJ, 08758 United States (map)

Actor Keith Henley of the American Historical Theatre, will present a first person portrayal of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of the world’s greatest orators, as well as a pastor, activist, and humanitarian. King is best remembered for the advancement of civil rights. He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 for his work combating racial inequality through the use of nonviolent civil disobedience.

This program is sponsored by the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. For more information contact Melanie Bobrowicz (609) 693-5133 x7826

Earlier Event: February 7
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Later Event: February 8
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