Community Programs
Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2016
BAM, Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams, and Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York present New York City’s largest public celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
This year’s tribute features a host of events celebrating Dr. King’s vision, including a keynote address by Michael Eric Dyson, musical performances, a free movie screening, and an art exhibition.
Tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-seated basis starting at 8am in the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House lobby.
Michael Eric Dyson is one of the nation’s most influential public intellectuals.
Vocalist Kimberly Nichole is best known for her appearance on season eight of NBC's The Voice.
The 30th annual celebration of Dr. King, featuring keynote speaker Michael Eric Dyson.
A community art exhibition featuring original student work inspired by Dr. King.
A groundbreaking survey of the history of the Black Panthers by visionary director Stanley Nelson.