Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
GPTKB entity
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| Predicate | Object |
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| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:memorial
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| gptkbp:architect |
gptkb:ROMA_Design_Group
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| gptkbp:architectural_style |
gptkb:Modernist
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| gptkbp:area |
4 acres
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| gptkbp:artworks |
sculptor Lei Yixin
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:National_Park_Service
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| gptkbp:attracts |
tourists
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| gptkbp:celebrates |
Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
King's legacy Martin Luther King Jr.'s achievements the achievements of the civil rights movement. |
| gptkbp:commemorates |
gptkb:Martin_Luther_King_Jr.
the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. nonviolent activism |
| gptkbp:commissioned |
gptkb:National_Park_Service
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| gptkbp:consecration_date |
October 16, 2011
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| gptkbp:constructed_in |
gptkb:2010
gptkb:Hensel_Phelps_Construction_Company gptkb:Clark_Construction_Group sustainable practices 2009 and 2011 Chinese granite sustainable materials. The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Project Foundation. |
| gptkbp:contains |
a reflecting pool
landscaped areas Asian and African design |
| gptkbp:coordinates |
38.8863° N, 77.0425° W
38.8863° N, 77.0423° W |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
important landmark
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| gptkbp:dedicated_to |
gptkb:President_Barack_Obama
gptkb:Martin_Luther_King_Jr. August 28, 2011 October 16, 2011 the principles of justice and equality. |
| gptkbp:dedication |
featured performances by artists.
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| gptkbp:dedication_speech |
delivered by President Obama.
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| gptkbp:describes |
the struggle for equality
King's vision for America |
| gptkbp:design |
inspired by King's ' I Have a Dream' speech.
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| gptkbp:designated_as |
gptkb:historical_landmark
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| gptkbp:designed_by |
gptkb:ROMA_Design_Group
gptkb:Lei_Yixin 2000s Lei Yixin and ROMA Design Group. |
| gptkbp:designed_for |
to inspire future generations.
honoring Martin Luther King Jr. |
| gptkbp:encourages |
reflection and dialogue
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| gptkbp:events |
October 16, 2011
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| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:a_statue_of_Martin_Luther_King_Jr.
gptkb:statue_of_Martin_Luther_King_Jr. gptkb:Stone_of_Hope gptkb:The_Stone_of_Hope landscaped gardens educational displays landscaped areas a 30-foot tall statue of Martin Luther King Jr. Inscription wall Four granite panels The Stone of Hope is a statue of Martin Luther King Jr. a reflecting pool. landscaped areas. |
| gptkbp:funding |
$120 million
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| gptkbp:height |
30 feet
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| gptkbp:honors |
gptkb:Martin_Luther_King_Jr.
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
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| gptkbp:includes |
water features
a stone wall with inscriptions quotes from Martin Luther King Jr. a visitor center. educational exhibits. quotes from King's speeches quotes from speeches quotes from King's speeches. |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:King's_philosophy_of_nonviolence
African American history King's legacy |
| gptkbp:influences |
social justice movements
future civil rights movements future memorials |
| gptkbp:inscription |
gptkb:I_Have_a_Dream
quotes from Martin Luther King Jr. I was a drum major for justice, peace and righteousness. I have a dream. |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:I_Have_a_Dream_speech
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| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:King's_philosophy_of_nonviolence
King's ' I Have a Dream' speech King's philosophy of nonviolence. |
| gptkbp:involves |
community engagement
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| gptkbp:is |
a symbol of hope
a historical site a popular tourist attraction a place for reflection a site for commemorative events a venue for educational programs a reflection of American values a landmark in American history a gathering place for activists a tribute to civil rights leaders an architectural landmark a site for gatherings and events a focal point for discussions on equality a representation of Dr. King's ideals |
| gptkbp:is_a |
public memorial
national memorial. |
| gptkbp:is_accessible_by |
the public.
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| gptkbp:is_adjacent_to |
gptkb:Tidal_Basin
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| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:Martin_Luther_King_Jr._Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day events |
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_for |
its architectural significance
its architectural significance. |
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:Martin_Luther_King_Jr._Day
speeches and performances annual events and ceremonies |
| gptkbp:is_designed_to |
inspire future generations
honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. reflect King's vision. |
| gptkbp:is_documented_in |
gptkb:historical_records
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| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
documentaries about civil rights.
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| gptkbp:is_funded_by |
private donations
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| gptkbp:is_home_to |
annual commemorative events
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| gptkbp:is_linked_to |
other civil rights memorials
historical civil rights events |
| gptkbp:is_located_in |
gptkb:District_of_Columbia
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| gptkbp:is_located_near |
gptkb:Tidal_Basin
the Lincoln Memorial. |
| gptkbp:is_maintained_by |
gptkb:National_Park_Service
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| gptkbp:is_managed_by |
gptkb:National_Park_Service
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| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:shopping_mall
gptkb:U._S._National_Register_of_Historic_Places the National Park Service. National Park Service's memorials the civil rights narrative in America |
| gptkbp:is_promoted_by |
gptkb:educational_programs
tourism boards |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
a national memorial
a significant cultural landmark a significant cultural landmark. |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
gptkb:National_Trust
gptkb:American_Institute_of_Architects |
| gptkbp:is_supported_by |
community outreach programs
various civil rights organizations various civil rights organizations. |
| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
freedom and justice
hope and justice the ongoing struggle for civil rights. |
| gptkbp:is_used_for |
public events
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| gptkbp:is_visited_by |
school groups
tourists from around the world tourists from around the world. |
| gptkbp:located_in |
gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
West Potomac Park, Washington, D. C. |
| gptkbp:managed_by |
gptkb:National_Park_Service
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| gptkbp:material |
gptkb:granite
pink granite white granite |
| gptkbp:notable_artist |
gptkb:Lei_Yixin
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| gptkbp:open_to_public |
August 22, 2011
October 16, 2011 |
| gptkbp:opened |
gptkb:President_Barack_Obama
October 16, 2011 |
| gptkbp:opening_ceremony |
attended by thousands
included speeches and performances. |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:National_Mall_and_Memorial_Parks
gptkb:shopping_mall the National Mall. |
| gptkbp:partnership |
gptkb:Martin_Luther_King_Jr._Memorial_Foundation
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| gptkbp:promotes |
gptkb:social_justice
peace and justice |
| gptkbp:recognized_by |
gptkb:American_Institute_of_Architects
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| gptkbp:represents |
hope and change
hope and equality the fight for equality. |
| gptkbp:serves_as |
a site for reflection.
site for gatherings and events |
| gptkbp:significance |
gptkb:Civil_Rights_Movement
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| gptkbp:start_date |
gptkb:National_Park_Service
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| gptkbp:style |
modern
American modernism American national memorial |
| gptkbp:supports |
community engagement
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| gptkbp:surrounding_area |
gptkb:Tidal_Basin
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| gptkbp:surrounding_features |
gptkb:Pokémon
landscaped gardens reflecting pool |
| gptkbp:surrounding_nature |
water features
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| gptkbp:symbolizes |
gptkb:Civil_Rights_Movement
equality and justice |
| gptkbp:unveiled_on |
gptkb:President_Barack_Obama
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| gptkbp:visitors |
over 1 million annually
attracts millions annually over 4 million annually |
| gptkbp:visitors_per_year |
over 1 million
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
2
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