List of streets named after Martin Luther King Jr.

Streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. can be found in many cities of the United States and in nearly every major metropolis. Other countries, such as Italy and Israel, have also honored him. The first street in the United States named in his honor was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Chicago in 1968.

As of 2019, there were over 1,000 streets around the world named after Martin Luther King Jr. Many of these streets are located in states that were part of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. This shows how important his message of peace and equality continues to be.

The number of streets named after King keeps growing each year. This list includes many of these streets, showing how people remember and honor his legacy.

Alabama

Many cities in Alabama have streets named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. For example, in Andalusia, a road is called the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway. In Atmore, there is a street named Martin Luther King Avenue. Auburn has a section of its road called Martin Luther King Drive. Other cities like Bay Minette, Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Opp, Prichard, Scottsboro, and Selma also have streets, avenues, or expressways named to honor Dr. King. In Selma, Sylvan Street was renamed Martin Luther King Street in 1976 to remember his work for civil rights there.

Alaska

Anchorage has a street named Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. It is about 1.19 miles long and runs from Elmore Road to East Tudor Road. The idea to name a street after King started in the late 20th century. At first, some people wanted to rename part of 9th Avenue, but the city voted against it. Later, in 2006, the city approved making a new street to honor King. The street opened in 2010 and serves as a reminder of King’s work as a leader for civil rights. In 2020, there were plans to extend the avenue further to Piper Street.

Main article: Anchorage Assembly

Arizona

Many cities in Arizona have streets named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. For example, in Eloy, a part of West Second Street is now called Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street. In Glendale, Maryland Avenue between 91st and 95th Avenue was renamed Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in 2016.

Other cities with streets named after him include Maricopa with M. L. K. Jr. Boulevard, Mesa with Martin Luther King Jr. Way, and Phoenix, where a long stretch of Broadway Road was unofficially renamed Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Sierra Vista has Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, and in Tucson, you can find M L King Jr. Way near the UA Tech Park.

Arkansas

Many cities in Arkansas have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Bentonville, you can find S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. In Fayetteville, Sixth Street was renamed to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Forrest City changed Honeysuckle Lane to Martin Luther King Drive. In Hot Springs, parts of US 270 and US 70 are called the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway. Jonesboro renamed Commerce Drive to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in 2019. Kensett has East and West MLK Drive running through it. In Little Rock, High Street became Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in 1992, and a school there is named after him. Malvern has its business loop named Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Finally, West Memphis has Martin Luther King Drive connecting several important roads.

California

Many cities in California have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Bakersfield, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard runs from California Avenue to Brundage Lane. Chico has Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, which goes north to south. In Fresno, South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard starts at California Street and runs south.

Hayward has Martin Luther King Drive, running from Cannery Park to Winton Avenue. In Long Beach, Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue runs between East 7th Street and East 21st Street. Los Angeles changed Santa Barbara Avenue to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in 1983. This street often shortens to "King Blvd." or "MLK Blvd."

Other cities with streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. include Lynwood, where part of Century Boulevard was renamed, and Merced, where J Street became Martin Luther King Jr. Way. Modesto has Martin Luther King Drive, and in Oakland and Berkeley, Grove Street was renamed to Martin Luther King Jr. Way. Riverside changed part of Pennsylvania Avenue to Martin Luther King Boulevard.

In Sacramento, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard runs from Broadway to Franklin Boulevard. San Francisco has Martin Luther King Drive in Golden Gate Park. Stockton features Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard as a major east-west route.

Colorado

In Colorado Springs, a part of US Route 24 is called the Martin Luther King Jr. Bypass. In Denver and Aurora, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is an important street in the eastern part of Denver. It used to be called East 32nd Avenue and runs through the Central Park neighborhood before ending near Bluff Lake Nature Park.

Connecticut

Some cities in Connecticut have streets named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In Middletown, there is a street called Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way. In New Britain, a part of Connecticut Route 71 is named Martin Luther King Drive. New Haven has Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, which leads to Yale University. There is also Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Norwalk, a busy street with many popular spots nearby, including the South Norwalk train station.

Delaware

Many cities in Delaware have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Dover, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard starts at Federal Street and runs east. The city renamed several streets to create this boulevard in 2013. In Lewes, West Fourth Street is also called Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way. Signs for this name were put up in a ceremony in 2020. In Wilmington, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard connects different parts of the city, linking areas near I-95 to the downtown and train station. This street was renamed in 1989.

Florida

Many cities in Florida have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. For example, in Bartow, Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd is a short street that crosses U.S. Route 17. In Clearwater, Martin Luther King Jr Avenue runs north to south in the downtown area.

Jacksonville has the Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, which is a freeway around downtown. In Tampa, Main Street was renamed Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard just one week after his death in 1968. Many other cities across Florida also honor Martin Luther King Jr. with streets bearing his name.

Georgia

Many cities in Georgia have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Americus, US 19 is called Martin Luther King Boulevard. Atlanta, where King grew up, has Martin Luther King Jr. Drive running through the city. Other cities like Augusta, Columbus, Macon, and Savannah also have streets named in his honor. These streets serve as important reminders of his work for equality and justice.

The city of Athens had a plan to name a street after King, but some people in the community did not agree because they felt the street had safety concerns. In Gainesville, a street was renamed Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard in 2000 after many people in the town asked for the change. Businesses had previously stopped this idea three times, but it finally happened.

Idaho

• Pocatello: Martin Luther King Jr Way runs through the center of the Idaho State University campus.

Illinois

Many cities in Illinois have streets named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In Bloomington-Normal, Martin Luther King Jr. Drive connects Market Street to Cottage Avenue. Cairo has Walnut Street, also called Dr. Martin Luther King Avenue, running from St. Mary's Park to Jefferson Avenue.

Chicago's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, often called King Drive, runs from Cermak Road to 115th Street. It includes a statue honoring people who moved from the Southern United States to Chicago and a monument for soldiers from World War I. Decatur, East St. Louis, Elgin, North Chicago, Springfield, and Waukegan also have streets named in his honor.

Indiana

Many cities in Indiana have streets named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In Anderson, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd runs from Brown St in Downtown Anderson to I-69. East Chicago has Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, which used to be called Guthrie Street, running from Michigan Street to Cline Avenue. In Elkhart, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive goes east–west from Main Street to S. 6th Street.

Evansville has Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, which runs from downtown towards the northwest-southeast. The Ford Center is located at the corner of MLK Jr. Blvd and Main Street. In Gary, Martin Luther King Drive runs north–south on the east side of the city. Indianapolis changed Northwestern Avenue to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street in 1985, with ideas to extend it further, possibly replacing Michigan Road. Lawrenceburg has a short Martin Luther King Drive on the northeast side of town.

In Michigan City, Martin Luther King Drive runs east–west from North Karwick Road to US 12 and marks the northern edge of Pottawatomie Park. Muncie has Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard running north–south on the north side of the city. South Bend renamed parts of St. Joseph Street and Michigan Street to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard starting in 2017. Before that, from 2005 to 2017, it followed what used to be Chapin Street.

Iowa

In Des Moines, there are streets named Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. This road goes from the northern part of the city down to the area near downtown. Later, a new road was built to connect it, making travel easier for people.

In Waterloo, Martin Luther King Jr. Drive connects downtown to neighborhoods and factories on the east side of the town, including places where big companies like John Deere, Ryder System, and Tyson Foods operate.

Kansas

The "Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway" includes several roads in Kansas. In Coffeyville, part of US 166 is named for him. In Kansas City, part of US 24 and Fifth Street are also part of this memorial highway.

Other cities with streets named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. include Manhattan, where a road runs past Ahearn Gymnasium, Topeka with a part of Interstate 470, and Wichita with a part of Interstate 135. Additionally, Bonner Springs has Martin Luther King Avenue, a short residential street.

Kentucky

Many cities in Kentucky have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Ashland, Twelfth Street is also called Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Frankfort has a Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard that starts from US 60 and follows KY 1659.

In Fulton, you’ll find Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, which runs from KY 129 to US 45, with part of it being KY 307. Henderson has Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue going from O'Byrne Street to US 41/US 60. Hopkinsville features US 68 Bypass named Dr. Martin Luther King Drive.

Lebanon has Martin Luther King Avenue running close to US 68 through the town center. In Lexington, Martin Luther King Boulevard goes from East 6th Street to Euclid Avenue, crossing east Main Street. Louisville has I-65 named the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway, and a short stretch in front of the Romano L. Mazzoli Federal Building is called Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Place.

Paducah has Martin Luther King Drive as part of US 60 Business. Finally, in Somerset, Monticello Street and South Main Street between Oak Hill Road and South Richardson Drive carry the name, including the bridge over the Norfolk Southern Railway.

Louisiana

Many cities in Louisiana have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. For example, in Baton Rouge, Interstate 110 is called the Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway. Other cities with streets named for him include Farmerville, Hammond, Homer, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Minden, Morgan City, New Orleans, Rayne, and Shreveport. In New Orleans, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is part of the route for the city's annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade.

Maryland

Baltimore has a street called Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. It starts near a highway called Interstate 395 and goes to places like Chase Street and Park Avenue. This street used to be named Harbor City Boulevard but was changed to honor Martin Luther King Jr. soon after it was built.

In Prince George's County, there is a road named Martin Luther King Jr. Highway. It begins at the edge of Washington, D.C., and runs through towns like Seat Pleasant and Glenarden. This highway is also known as Maryland Route 704.

Massachusetts

Some cities in Massachusetts have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Boston, Martin Luther King Boulevard is a short road in the Roxbury area. In Lowell, Martin Luther King Way connects Tsongas Park to a traffic circle. And in Worcester, a main road was renamed MLK Jr. Boulevard in 2009 to honor the civil rights leader.

Michigan

Many cities in Michigan have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Benton Harbor, a road called Martin Luther King Drive runs northbound along M-139. Detroit has Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, which stretches from the M-10/John C. Lodge Freeway to West Grand Boulevard. Flint features Martin Luther King Avenue, starting downtown and continuing north. In Grand Rapids, the former Franklin Street was renamed to Martin Luther King Jr Street in 2022. Lansing, the state capital, also has Martin Luther King Boulevard, which runs north–south. Pontiac has Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, split into north and south sections. Lastly, Portage has Martin Luther King Drive, linking Constitution Boulevard to a shopping mall.

Minnesota

Minnesota has streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Morris, you can find Martin Luther King Jr Drive on the campus of the University of Minnesota Morris. In Saint Paul, there is Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard that passes by the Minnesota State Capitol. This street was renamed in 2002 from Constitution Avenue.

Mississippi

Many cities in Mississippi have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. For example, in Amory, there is Martin Luther King Drive, which runs north to south through a residential area. In Biloxi, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard curves east to west near the center of the city.

Other cities with streets named for Dr. King include Clarksdale, where Martin Luther King Boulevard runs west from State Street, and Jackson, where Whitfield Mills Street was renamed M.L.K. Jr Drive in the 1980s. This street is important because it hosts one of the largest Martin Luther King Day parades in the nation. Many more cities across Mississippi honor Dr. King with streets bearing his name, each with its own unique path and place in the community.

Missouri

Kansas City changed its Paseo Boulevard to Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard in January 2019, but later changed it back to its old name. However, Blue Parkway was renamed to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 2021.

Other cities in Missouri with streets named after Dr. King include Kinloch, where Martin Luther King Boulevard runs north to south, and St. Louis, where Dr. Martin Luther King Drive is a major road. Springfield also has a Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge.

Nevada

In the Las Vegas area, a part of Highland Drive north of Oakey Boulevard was renamed Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in the 1990s. This road links the western side of Downtown Las Vegas to newer parts of North Las Vegas and helps connect the north-central Las Vegas Valley to the famous Las Vegas Strip. It also goes through a historic neighborhood known as "West Las Vegas".

In Reno, a stretch of US 395 was named the Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway in 1998. However, some people say there isn’t enough signage for this name, so many people still don’t use it often.

New Jersey

Many cities in New Jersey have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Atlantic City, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard runs from the Atlantic City Boardwalk to where it meets US 30 and Route 87. This street used to be called Illinois Avenue and was even part of the board game Monopoly, but it was renamed in the 1980s.

In Camden, Interstate 676 between Interstate 76 and the Benjamin Franklin Bridge is known as the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway. There is also a Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in downtown Camden, which runs along the Delaware River with views of Philadelphia.

Other cities with streets named for Dr. King include Elizabeth, where Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. is located across from City Hall. In Jersey City, Martin Luther King Drive was named in 1976 and runs through the Jackson Hill and Greenville areas. A light rail station there also honors King with special art about his life and the Civil Rights Movement. Streets named for Dr. King can also be found in Lakewood, Morristown, Newark, Trenton, and Willingboro.

New Mexico

• Albuquerque: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. A part of Grand Avenue was renamed in 1994. The boulevard runs east–west between Broadway and University Boulevards, close to the University of New Mexico campus.

New York

Many cities in New York have streets named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In Albany, there is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Lincoln Park. Binghamton has Martin Luther King Jr. Promenade in its downtown area.

In New York City, 125th Street between First Avenue and 12th Avenue is called Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. This street goes through Harlem and is home to the famous Apollo Theater. Other streets in New York City named after Dr. King include Martin Luther King Jr. Place in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, and parts of NY 440 in Staten Island called the Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway. University Avenue in the Bronx is also named Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.

North Carolina

Many cities in North Carolina have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Asheboro, Martin Luther King Jr. Drive is a two-lane road looping north from East Salisbury Street. Asheville has Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, which starts at US 74A and winds south through a residential area.

Charlotte renamed Second Street to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in 2006. It passes through an area that was once a neighborhood for Black families. Durham has Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, a four-lane road stretching across the southern part of the city.

Greensboro and Raleigh also have streets named for Martin Luther King Jr. In Winston-Salem, Martin Luther King Jr. Drive is a key road that hosts a special parade each Martin Luther King Day, celebrating peace and fairness.

Ohio

Many cities in Ohio have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Akron, the Ohio State Route 59 freeway in downtown Akron is now called the Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway. A part of this road is also named Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.

In Cincinnati, Martin Luther King Drive is a major road connecting the west and east sides of the city.

Cleveland has Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, which starts in Garfield Heights and runs through Rockefeller Park’s Cultural Gardens. The city also renamed Liberty Boulevard to Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in 1981. This road runs from near Lake Erie to Harvard Avenue and is well-lit with beautiful overpasses.

Other Ohio cities with streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. include:

• Columbus: Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
• Dayton: Martin Luther King Jr. Way along West Third Street
• Findlay: Martin Luther King Way over the Blanchard River
• Toledo: Dr. Martin Luther King Drive and the Martin Luther King Bridge
• Warren: Martin Luther King Boulevard SW
• Youngstown: Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard

Oklahoma

Oklahoma has several streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Langston, a road runs north–south from County Road 74/Sammy Davis Jr. Drive to East Commercial Street.

In Oklahoma City, a main road in the city's Eastside, home to many African American families, was renamed "N. Martin Luther King Avenue." This avenue leads to popular places like the Oklahoma City Zoological Park, Remington Park, and the Omniplex Science Museum.

In Tulsa, part of a major highway is called the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Expressway, and a street was renamed Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in 2012.

Oregon

In Oregon, several streets are named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Eugene, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard extends from Centennial Boulevard and passes north of Autzen Stadium.

Portland renamed Union Avenue to Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd in 1989. This street is an important route through the northern part of the city and connects areas where African-Americans were once not allowed to live. In Salem, a road was renamed Dr Martin Luther King Jr Parkway in 2022 to honor civil rights activists. Springfield also has a Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway that begins at Pioneer Parkway and continues north.

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has several streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Allentown, Lawrence Street was renamed to Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive in 1992. This scenic road runs along Little Lehigh Creek and connects different parts of the city.

Other cities in Pennsylvania also honor Martin Luther King Jr. In Bucks County, a part of U.S. Route 1 is called the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway. Coatesville renamed a section of Harmony Street to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in 2018. Philadelphia has Martin Luther King Jr. Drive along the west side of the Schuylkill River. Pittsburgh has a bus rapid transit line called the Martin Luther King Jr. East Busway, which helps many people travel each day.

South Carolina

Many cities in South Carolina have streets named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. For example:

• In Anderson, you can find Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard on the west side of the city.
• Cheraw has Martin Luther King Drive, a quiet residential street.
• Chester features MLK Memorial Drive near the fairgrounds.
• Dillon uses Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard as an important road heading north.
• Part of SC 291 and US 25 in Greenville is called the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway.
• Other towns like Gresham, Hartsville, Hopkins, Marion, Pawleys Island, Starr, and Union also have streets honoring Dr. King in various ways.

Tennessee

Many cities in Tennessee have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Bristol, Martin Luther King Boulevard starts as a continuation of Edgemont Avenue and runs north, eventually crossing into Virginia. Chattanooga has Martin Luther King Boulevard as a major east-west road, part of Tennessee State Route 2. Jackson features Dr. Martin Luther King Drive on its southeast side. In Knoxville, Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue runs for about 2.8 miles on the east side of the city. Memphis includes a section of the Interstate 240/Interstate 40 loop named the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway, and Linden Avenue is called Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Morristown has SR 66 named Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard on its west side. In Murfreesboro, Mercury Boulevard was renamed to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd on May 19, 2021. Nashville changed a part of Charlotte Avenue to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in 2018. New Market has a short residential street named Martin Luther King Drive.

Texas

Many cities in Texas have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. In Alice, there is Martin Luther King Road. Amarillo has an unofficial Martin Luther King Boulevard. Arlington features Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. In Austin, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard runs near the University of Texas at Austin.

Beaumont has Martin Luther King Parkway. Bryan includes Martin Luther King, Jr. Street. Cleveland has a short Martin Luther King Drive. In Dallas, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is a major street in South Dallas. El Paso features Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Fort Worth has the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway. Galveston calls 29th Street Martin Luther King Street. Gainesville has Martin Luther King Avenue. Giddings designates part of US 77 as the Martin Luther King Memorial Highway. Greenville has the Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway on Interstate 30.

Houston has Martin Luther King Boulevard. Lubbock renamed Quirt Avenue to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Midland has Martin Luther King Circle. Orange features Martin Luther King Drive. Port Arthur designates part of Texas State Highway 82 as Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. In San Antonio, Martin Luther King Drive passes through an important area and St. Phillips College. San Marcos has Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive through the Dunbar Historic District. Texarkana has Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Waco renamed Lake Brazos Parkway to Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. Wichita Falls changed Eastside Drive to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.

Utah

In Ogden, a part of 24th Street between G Avenue and Jefferson Avenue is called "Martin Luther King Jr. Street" as an honorary name. However, for mailing, people still use the address "24th Street", and the honorary name is not accepted by the postal service.

In Salt Lake City, the street signs for 600 South, which runs west to east, show the honorary name "Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard". But when writing addresses, people still use "600 South", and the honorary name is not accepted by the postal service.

Virginia

Many cities in Virginia have streets named to honor Martin Luther King Jr. For example, in Bedford, there is a Martin Luther King Jr. Bypass that is part of US 460. In Hampton, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard runs near a medical center. Harrisonburg has Martin Luther King Jr. Way looping around its south side. Other cities like Norfolk and Portsmouth have the Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway, while Petersburg features Martin Luther King Drive. Each of these streets helps keep the memory of Martin Luther King Jr. alive in Virginia.

Washington

Many cities in Washington honor Martin Luther King Jr. with streets named after him. In Bainbridge Island, there is Martin Luther King Jr. Lane near the high school. Seattle has a long stretch of road called Martin Luther King Jr. Way, which used to be named Empire Way. Spokane has a short street named East Martin Luther King Jr. Way. In Tacoma, a part of K Street was renamed Martin Luther King Jr. Way. Yakima also has a boulevard named after him in its downtown area.

Washington, D.C.

Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue in Washington, D.C. is an important street in the southeastern part of the city. It used to be called Nichols Avenue SE. The street meets Malcolm X Avenue SE close to Bolling Air Force Base and St. Elizabeths Hospital. Nearby is the home of Frederick Douglass, a well-known person who worked to end slavery. A big bridge in the city is named after him and is found along South Capitol Street. The city also has streets and bridges named for other important civil rights leaders, like Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue NE and the Whitney Young Bridge along East Capitol Street.

West Virginia

In Charles Town, West Virginia Route 51 and Middleway Pike are named Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard from Washington Street west. In Princeton, there is a short street called "MLK Jr. Ave" near Raleigh Road.

Wisconsin

• Fond du Lac: In 2017, a part of Second Street in Fond du Lac was honorarily renamed Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Avenue, though it is still called Second Street for mailing addresses.
• Kenosha: Martin Luther King Drive in Kenosha connects 71st Street to 69th Street across Lincoln Park.
• Madison: A short but important street near the Wisconsin State Capitol and Monona Terrace is called Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. It used to be Wisconsin Avenue.
• Milwaukee: Part of North 3rd Street was renamed N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. It runs through neighborhoods that were once home to German immigrants but are now mainly African-American. A local library on this street is named the Martin Luther King Library. Another part of North 3rd Street was renamed King Drive in 2022.
• Racine: Dr. Martin Luther King Drive was previously called Milwaukee Avenue. It stretches from Douglas Avenue to the intersection of State Street and Marquette Street, featuring a statue of Dr. Martin Luther King in a small park called Dr. Martin Luther King Plaza. The street also has a community center and a school named after a local civil rights leader.

Wyoming

In Cheyenne, there is a street called Martin Luther King Drive. It starts from 18th Street and goes west into Martin Luther King Park.

Outside of the United States

Many cities around the world have streets named after Martin Luther King Jr. You can find these streets in countries such as Angola, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Denmark, France, Germany, Haiti, Israel, Italy, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Senegal, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Tunisia, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam.

For example, in Brazil, cities like Diadema, Joinville, Londrina, and Rio de Janeiro all have streets named "Rua Martin Luther King" or similar. In France, cities such as Bondy, Châtenoy-le-Royal, and Nantes have streets named "Rue Martin Luther King" or "Boulevard Martin Luther King." These streets honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and his work for equality and justice.

Luanda, Angola: Rua Martin Luther King.
Vienna, Austria: Martin-Luther-King-Park.
Saint-Nicolas, Belgium: Rue Martin Luther King.
Diadema, Brazil: Rua Martin Luther King.
Joinville, Brazil: Rua Martin Luther King.
Londrina, Brazil: Rua Martin Luther King.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Avenida Pastor Martin Luther King Jr.
Antofagasta, Chile: Martin Luther King.
Copenhagen, Denmark: Martin Luther Kings Vej.
Bondy, France: Rue Martin Luther King.
Châtenoy-le-Royal, France: Rue Martin Luther King.
Gauchy, France: Rue Martin Luther King.
Hennebont, France: Rue Martin Luther King.
La Chapelle-sur-Erdre, France: Rue Martin Luther King.
Nantes, France: Boulevard Martin Luther King.
Pantin, France: Rue Martin Luther King.
Sevran, France: Avenue Martin Luther King.
Saint-Pierre, Réunion, France: Rue M.L.K.
Bonn, Germany: Martin-Luther-King-Straße.
Frankfurt am Main, Germany: Martin-Luther-King-Park.
Mainz, Germany: Dr.-Martin-Luther-King-Weg.
Münster, Germany: Martin-Luther-King-Weg.
Rostock, Germany: Martin-Luther-King-Allee.
Port-au-Prince, Haiti: Avenue M.L.K.
Jerusalem, Israel: Martin Luther King Street.
Bari, Italy: Via Martin Luther King.
Bergamo, Italy: Via Martin Luther King.
Bologna, Italy: Via Martin Luther King.
Castelnovo ne' Monti, Italy: Via Martin Luther King.
Correzzana, Italy: Via Martin Luther King.
Livorno, Italy: Via Martin Luther King.
Reggio Emilia, Italy: Via Martin Luther King.
Roncadelle, Italy: Via Martin Luther King.
Pembroke, Malta: M.L.K.
Akersloot, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Alkmaar, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingweg.
Amsterdam, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingpark.
Andel, Netherlands: Dr. Martin Luther Kingplein.
Assen, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingweg.
Berghem, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Beverwijk, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kinglaan.
De Bilt, Martin Luther Kingweg.
Castricum, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kinglaan.
Culemborg, Netherlands: Martin Luther King.
Diemen, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kinglaan.
Drachten, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingsingel.
Ede, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstate.
Eijsden, M.L. Kingstraat.
Eindhoven, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Epe, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingweg.
Eygelshoven, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Geleen, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingplein.
Goirle, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kinglaan.
's-Gravenzande, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Haarlem, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kinglaan.
The Hague, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kinglaan.
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Heinenoord, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Hellevoetsluis, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kinglaan.
Hengelo, Netherlands: Dr. Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Hoensbroek, Netherlands: Dr. Martin Luther Kinglaan.
Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat and Martin Luther Kingpad.
Hoogezand, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Huizen, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingpark.
Landsmeer, Netherlands: Dr. M.L. Kingstraat.
Leiden, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingpad.
Limbricht, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Lopik, Netherlands: Doctor Martin Luther Kinghof.
Maastricht, Martin Luther Kingdomein.
Oss, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingplein.
Oud-Beijerland, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingerf.
Oud-Vossemeer, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Purmerend, Netherlands: Ds. Martin Luther Kingweg.
Puth, Netherlands: Martin-Luther-Kingstraat.
Rijswijk, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kinglaan.
Roden, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Rotterdam, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingweg.
Utrecht, Netherlands: Ds. Martin Luther Kinglaan.
Veenendaal, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Vlissingen, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kingstraat.
Zaandam, Netherlands: Ds. Martin Luther Kingweg.
Zeist, Netherlands: Martin Luther Kinglaan.
Zetten, Martin Luther Kingplantsoen.
Zoetermeer, Martin Luther Kinglaan.
Estoril, Portugal: Rua Martin Luther King.
Lisbon, Portugal: Rua Martin Luther King.
Dakar, Senegal: Boulevard Martin Luther King.
Ermelo, South Africa: Martin Luther King Street.
Alcorcón, Spain: Calle Martín Luther King.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain: Calle Martin Luther King Junior.
Peligros, Spain: Calle Martín Luther King.
Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain: Martín Luther King Kalea.
Uppsala, Sweden: Martin Luther Kings plan.
Tunis, Tunisia: Rue M.L.K.
Harlow, United Kingdom: Luther King Road.
Huntingdon, United Kingdom: Martin Luther King Close.
Walthamstow, London, United Kingdom: Luther King Close.
Phu My Hung, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam: Đường Luther King.

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Many streets around the world are named to honor important people. Several streets in cities across the United States and in other countries like Italy and Israel are named after Martin Luther King Jr. You can find streets such as Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (disambiguation), Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (disambiguation), Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway (disambiguation), Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway (disambiguation), and Martin Luther King Jr. Way (disambiguation). These names help remember his work for equality and peace.