Martin Luther King Jr, Day Today [VIDEO]

Today is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a federal holiday commemorating the birth of the civil rights leader on January 15, 1929. Schools and federal offices are closed today, as well as financial institutions and many other governmental offices, and there is no regular mail delivery today.

Here is a brief description of today's observance, according to timeanddate.com:

"Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday held on the third Monday of January. It celebrates the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential American civil rights leader. He is most well-known for his campaigns to end racial segregation on public transport and for racial equality in the United States"

There are a number of local memorials and services being held today in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and many participate in today as a national day of service.

One of his most memorable speeches was given at "The March On Washington", on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on August 28,1963. Here's a brief excerpt from his inspirational, "I Have A Dream" speech: