The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., with Senior Park Ranger Marty Smith, who has been at the MLK Jr National Historical Park since its inception. We highlight MLK’s early life, education, pivotal moments in the civil rights movement, and the impact of his nonviolent philosophy. The discussion includes significant events such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the “I Have a Dream speech, and the circumstances surrounding his assassination, emphasizing his enduring influence on social justice and equality.