Learn about the Making of the iconic MLK Mural by Don Miller
The Making of the MLK Mural Exhibit tells the story of the iconic memorial to Dr. King’s life and work that hangs today in the Great Hall of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library in Washington, D.C. In November of 1984, artist and Civil Rights Activist, Don Miller (1923-1993) received a contract to research, design and paint a mural for the library. Miller spent a year researching the life and work of Dr. King before designing the mural. In 1986, on the first celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the mural was installed the Library’s Great Hall and unveiled to the public.
The mural was painted by artist and Civil Rights Activist, Don Miller (1923 - 1993). The Making of the MLK Mural exhibit would not be possible without the help of Don Miller's sons, Craig and Eric, who generously shared information, stories and images of their father and his work.
The exhibition, which is sponsored by the DC Public Library Foundation, is on display on the east side of the Great Hall at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library from Jan. 17 - Mar. 31, 2022.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults | 13 - 19 Years Old (Teens) |
EVENT TYPE: | MLK Week | Exhibit | Black History Month |