Join the Saint Louis Art Museum for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Celebration, a free event commemorating the legacy of Dr. King through spoken-word and musical performances.
This year's theme is "A Time to Speak, A Time to Act: A Salute to Julian Bond." Bond is one of the most vocal and enduring voices of the Civil Rights Movement who helped start the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee and served as chairman of the NAACP. Each St. Louis Poet Laureate Eugene B. Redmond will serve as the night's keynote speaker. The evening will also feature the photograph of Moneta Sleet, Jr., music from the Shalom Church (City of Peace) Next Generation Choir, and a message form Marcus Creighton, former president of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Epsilon Lambda Chapter.
Tickets to the event are free. 7-8 p.m at the Saint Louis Art Museum
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This is one breakfast your family is sure to flip over! You and your little short stack are invited to enjoy Breakfast with Santa at The Magic House. Registration is required.
Delight in brilliant, colorful light displays with spectacular photo opportunities throughout the Zoo during Wild Lights. Walk through two tunnels with dazzling lights, and enjoy themed displays featuring snowflakes, candy canes, gumdrops, penguins, polar bears, tigers, giraffes and much more at this St. Louis family-favorite holiday tradition. New this year: Visits with Santa!
Santa is making a stop at The Butterfly House before he makes his trip around the world, and he wants to enjoy a meal with your family! Enjoy a delicious dinner, visit Santa's Workshop and Mrs. Claus's Cookie Kitchen, and have your picture taken with the guest of honor - Santa!
Experience the holiday lights at Winter Wonderland in Tilles Park, where you'll find two million beautiful holiday lights and animated displays.
Your family can enjoy a gourmet, festive breakfast buffet complete with a visit from the man of the hour: Santa.