BAMkids Celebrates MLK Day: Courage Takes Creativity

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. encouraged us to use time creatively, saying that “the time is always ripe to do what is right.” Knowing that courage takes creativity, this family-friendly program co-curated with the BAMkids Parent Advisory Circle immerses young people in art forms that have been important expressions of social justice movements. Art has helped raise awareness, build community, and challenge power structures. Throughout the day, families can drum, dance, craft, color, and even put themselves in moments of civil rights history from Dr. King’s lifetime.

A Note from the BAMkids Parent Advisory Circle
Welcome to Courage Takes Creativity! We are honored to have co-curated this meaningful program for you. Our goal is to remember and reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s messages of peace and unity. Each activity in today’s program was inspired by how Dr. King was a pursuer of dreams and needed a big imagination as a civil rights leader. Dr. King cared about community partnerships, so we wanted each activity to involve Brooklyn-based artists and organizations. He believed in equity and access, so we wanted to create spaces that welcome every neighbor. Our hope is that today’s experience will inspire you and your kids to have the courage to create positive change in the world.