The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park preserves the birthplace, church and burial site of the civil rights leader in Atlanta's Sweet Auburn neighbourhood. King's birth home at 501 Auburn Avenue is accessible by ranger-led tour on a first-come, first-served basis. Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church and the King Centre — founded by Coretta Scott King in 1968, and site of the marble crypt where both are interred — are also open to visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should visitors know about Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park?
National Historical Park preserves the birthplace, church and burial site of the civil rights leader in Atlanta's Sweet Auburn neighbourhood.
How does Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park fit into a Atlanta visit?
King's birth home at 501 Auburn Avenue is accessible by ranger-led tour on a first-come, first-served basis.
What practical detail matters for Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park?
Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church and the King Centre — founded by Coretta Scott King in 1968, and site of the marble crypt where both are interred — are also open to visitors.
Sources: Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park - National Park Service • Ebenezer Baptist Church - National Park Service • Visit - The King Center