April 4, 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr. These six artworks from the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s collection were created between 1968 and 1996, and respond to Dr. King’s legacy in different ways.. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his contributions to the fight for civil rights in the face of Jim Crow laws have had quite a lasting, international impact. This sentiment holds within every event, tribute, or art piece created in his honor. Over the decades, artists have shared their admiration for MLK through various mediums. Whether in sculpture, wood engraving, painted portrait, or mural.
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In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr., CULTURED spotlights ten artists whose artistic mission, ethos, and messaging align with the spirit of activism, hope, and liberation put forth by the civil rights leader.. Public art, including drawings, fosters community dialogue and elevates marginalized voices in the pursuit of social justice. Music Tributes to Martin Luther King Jr Although music has long served as a potent medium for expressing social change, the tributes to Martin Luther King Jr. reveal a deep emotional connection to his legacy.


