Nearly 60 years after his death, the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. continue to be honored and celebrated by the next generation.

A ceremony honoring Martin Luther King Jr. calls for continued advocacy for equality and justice, urging community involvement in the fight against racism.

COLUMBIA — On a frigid morning, several members of the Columbia NAACP and other community members gathered at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial at Battle Gardens to pay homage and honor the legacy of the civil rights activist. Dedicated in 1993, the memorial remains a symbol of King's legacy.

Messages of community and American ideals were part of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day march held by the local NAACP in Eugene.

Dancers from the Assembly of the Rock Eternal perform during the Martin Luther King Jr. parade and celebration in downtown Naples, Fla., on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. Unitarian Universalists of Naples members march with signs during the Martin Luther King Jr. parade and celebration in downtown Naples, Fla., on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.

JACKSON, Tenn. — There was a full day of events held by the Jackson-Madison County branch of the NAACP. Many people gathered at the T.R. White Sportsplex Monday morning for a celebration of the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which started with a breakfast.

On Monday, dozens gathered at the El Pueblo History Museum in Pueblo to honor Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and carry on his legacy of advocating for change and inspiring others.

In spite of the temperatures that were lower than usual, activities celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day continued on Monday.

BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WBNG) -- Broome-Tioga NAACP observed Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday with a celebration of his life and legacy at United Presbyterian Church.

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Rochester Branch hosted a series of events Monday in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Despite the First Alert Day with below zero temperatures, dozens of locals showed up for an indoor freedom rally and march.

During the 39th annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration, city leaders and organizers express hope as President-elect Donald Trump takes office.