The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Memorial Committee of Greater Attleboro
Since 1988
The MLK Committee of Greater Attleboro could not fulfill its mission to keep the memory and legacy of the Rev. Dr. King alive through its programs, events, and scholarships without the generous support of local small businesses, foundations, philanthropists, entrepreneurs, and companies. A heartfelt thank you to our donors for their continued support. We couldn’t do it without you!
Thank you to all who joined us for an afternoon of unity, reflection, and inspiration as we honored Dr. King’s legacy and recommitted ourselves to building a more just and compassionate society.
About the 39th Annual Commemoration of The Rev. Dr. King Held on Monday, January 19, 2026
The Sword That Heals: Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy Through Nonviolence
The 2026 program theme was inspired by the King Center’s 2025 theme: “Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy in the Spirit of Kingian Nonviolence.” Dr. King once said:
"Nonviolence is a powerful and just weapon, which cuts without wounding and ennobles the man who wields it. It is a sword that heals."
As our nation continues to navigate challenges that test the strength of democratic institutions, this program highlighted one of Dr. King’s most enduring messages: that everyday citizens hold the power to safeguard and renew our democracy. Together, we explored how that power can be exercised individually and collectively—locally and nationally—and always peacefully.
Municipal Program at Attleboro City Hall
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We held a brief civic gathering featuring reflections from local elected officials on Dr. King’s enduring legacy and its relevance today. Thank you to our speakers:
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Attleboro Mayor, Cathleen DeSimone
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State Representative Adam Scanlon
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State Representative Jim Hawkins
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State Senator Paul Feeney
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City Council President, Todd M Kobus
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District Director for Rep. Jake Auchincloss, Stephanie Gray
Interfaith Service at Central Congregational Church
109 Commonwealth Avenue, North Attleboro, MA
Our interfaith service featured local clergy, inspiring music, and a keynote presentation by Meghan E. Irons, Professor of the Practice, Impact Journalism, Boston University. We enjoyed musical and dance selections by Daniel Hill, pianist, What the World Needs Now: Interfaith Coalition Singers, and Spirit of Excellence Dance Studio. A goodwill offering was collected and donated to LYNN Ministries.
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