MLK Jr. Day Celebration 2027

“History will have to record that the greatest tragedy of this period of social transition was not the strident clamor of the bad people, but the appalling silence of the good people.”‍

‍-Dr. King’s words in Stride Toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story (1958)

On January 18, 2027, the Missoula community will gather to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s enduring legacy and his vision of a more just and equitable society. As civil rights, racial equity, and our shared commitment to justice remain pressing concerns, Dr. King’s message reminds us that meaningful change requires courage, integrity, and peaceful action.

We invite you to join us in supporting this historic annual celebration, featuring an intergenerational gathering from 4:00–6:00 p.m. at the Edgewater Inn/Double Tree, followed by a Community Social from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church.