A quiet park across the street from where Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his first speech. It is a stop along "Georgia's Footsteps of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Trail" and the beginning of the "Downtown Dublin Walking Tour" where there are 71 points of interest. There are audio machines you can push he buttons to hear on location. It is a great spot to visit to be at the same location as something historically significant. There are no bathrooms here, but there is free parking at the church, including...
Read moreIt is hard to believe that this is where it all started for Martin Luther King Jr. right here in Dublin, GA.
Don't pass up a chance to come here and listen to the audio recordings. Beautiful murals. The best time to visit is perhaps late in the evening as the sun is setting. Very little traffic and this gives one a great opportunity to reflect on the Black Movement, and to get a better perspective what struggles they went through during the 60's. Parking across the street is your...
Read moreFirst African Baptist ⛪ Church is located across the street from this beautiful dedicated Monument of Dr. Martin Luther King, in Dublin, Georgia, Lauren County. The atmosphere is a friendly, family loving spirited service where there is early morning Church services starts at 8:00 A.M., Breakfast is served at 9:30 to 10:20, and Sunday School starts at 10:30 A.M. The second morning services continues at 11:00 A. M. Come worship at First AB, the services are filling...
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