Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed Monday, January 20th.  The Law Library will be open.  As we pause to reflect on the incredible contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this January, it’s an important moment to remember the enduring impact of his advocacy on our legal landscape. His work helped lay the foundation for landmark legislation that reshaped American legal frameworks, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

In a recent post, we explored the path towards recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. day as a federal holiday and of King’s summers working in Simsbury Ct.  His later writings speak of his experiences in Connecticut and how it increased his awareness of segregation.

To continue your understanding of how MLK Jr.’s work was influenced by his experiences in Connecticut and the ultimate road to federal recognition, we invite you to revisit our previous blog post: “Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Connecticut’s Connection”.

Read the full post here: https://library.law.uconn.edu/2025/01/13/honoring-martin-luther-king-jr/

As we reflect on his legacy, we encourage those in the legal profession and beyond to consider how King’s philosophy of justice, equality, and nonviolence can continue to inform and inspire the law today. Let’s continue to honor Dr. King’s vision by advancing justice in the legal field and beyond.