A WEEKEND AT THE CROSSROADS
MLK Day in San Marcos has a unique twist. Being the educational home of former U.S. President Lyndon Baines Johnson, who ushered in the Civil Rights Act of 1964, it offers all the more reason for San Marcos to participate in full force.
A decade ago, the Crossroads Memorial was dedicated at the corner of LBJ Drive and MLK Drive showing the two historical giants discussing civil rights legislation. The Dunbar Heritage Association his hosting a weekend of events to make the occasion including a re-dedication of the memorial.
On Saturday, there will be an MLK Kids event at the San Marcos Public Library from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.. The Dunbar Heritage Association asked those who want to attend register online at dhasmtx.com.
On Sunday, there will be a reunion of the 73 local civil rights trailblazers who were honored at the original dedication of the Crossroads Memorial. The reunion will be held at the San Marcos Public Library from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Then comes MLK Day on Monday, and it is going to be cold. Don't let that dissuade your activist's heart as there will be events most of the morning. Starting at 9 a.m. at the corner of LBJ and MLK Drive, there will be a wreath-laying followed by a freedom walk from the Crossroads Memorial to the Hays County Courthouse for a celebration on the Square. At 11 a.m. there will be a keynote address followed by a reception at the Dunbar Center.