NAACP Boulder County Branch and The University of Colorado Present: The MLK Jr Highway Designation Celebration!

Greetings All!!

In January 2024, Junie Joseph-Colorado State Representative for District 10-Boulder, teamed with the NAACP Boulder County Branch to pass a HJR24-1003, which essentially allowed for the renaming of US Hwy 36 to be marked and referred to as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Highway through Boulder, CO.

The name designation successfully passed the legislation 69-0 in both Colorado State Chambers. The new designated signs were installed July 31st, at Mile Markers 32 and 37. Renaming a U.S. highway after Dr. King not only honors his contributions to civil rights but also serves as a reminder of the ongoing work needed to advance equality and justice.

To honor and celebrate this history making event, we are planning a celebration that welcomes and invites our community to a festive evening of entertainment and cultural highlights. Program highlights will include former State Legislator, Mrs. Wilma Webb as guest speaker along with an outstanding cast of legislators, University of Colorado division heads/leaders and community leaders.

We deeply appreciate your support and look forward to celebrating this important historic milestone for our Boulder County community with you. Please come.

Location: Time/Date: Dairy Arts Center October 24, 2024
2590 Walnut St. Boulder, CO. 80302
5:30-8:00 pm (Reception included)

This event is FREE and open to the public!

Warmest Regards!
Annett James
President, NAACP Boulder County Branch

Madelyn Strong Woodley and Graham Hill
Co-Chairs MLK Highway Designation