Established in 1968 by Coretta Scott King, The King Center is the official, living memorial dedicated to the advancement of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., leader of America’s greatest nonviolent movement for justice, equality and peace.
More than one million visitors from all over the world are drawn annually to the King Center to pay homage to Dr. King, view unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings and visit the King Center’s Library & Archives, his final resting place, his birth home, Bookstore and Resource Center, and other Facilities.
Located in Atlanta’s Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site, The King Center utilizes diverse communications media, including books, audio and video cassettes, film, television, CDs, DVDs and web pages, to reach out far beyond its physical boundaries to educate people all over the world about Dr. King’s life, work and his philosophy and methods of nonviolent conflict-reconciliation and social change.
Proceeds from your purchases support the mission of The King Center in educating the world about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s philosophy and methods of nonviolence in order to create the Beloved Community.
When you’re in Atlanta, visit the two conveniently located Book Store & Resource Centers!
Freedom Hall
449 Auburn Avenue, NE
Atlanta, GA 30312
National Park Service
Visitors Center
450 Auburn Avenue, NE
Atlanta, GA 30312
Days: For your convenience, both locations are open 7 days a week.
All exhibits, tours, and shops are closed on Christmas, New Years and Thanksgiving Day.
Regular Hours: 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Summer Hours: 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Book Store orders can be made by using any of the three methods below
Phone: (404) 526-8923
Fax: (404) 526-8949
E-mail: shop@thekingcenter.org
General information and hours of operation
Phone: (404) 526-8900
