The legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s is a constant presence in Washington, from his monument near the National Mall to the street in Southeast that bears his name. He wrote what was arguably his most famous address — the “I Have a Dream” speech—in a hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue, and delivered it on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial the next day.

In honor of this year’s MLK Day holiday on Jan. 21, here are six places and events around the Washington region where you can honor and celebrate King’s life.

1. The African American Museum’s Online Collection

The Smithsonian museums remain closed due to the federal government shutdown, which means a number of our suggestions for the 50th anniversary of his assassination last year are no-gos. Attempts to visit the National Portrait Gallery or the National Museum of African American History and Culture won’t bear much fruit.

However, the NMAAHC’s extensive online collection is still accessible during the shutdown. A search for “Martin Luther King” turns up close to 200 items, including photographs from his funeral and artifacts from the civil rights movement that bears his image.

2. Howard Gospel Choir Performance

On Saturday, Jan. 19, Howard University’s gospel choir will present its second annual “Let Freedom Sing” performance at the Bowie Center for Performing Arts. King was a lifelong fan of gospel music, and the set will celebrate his life and legacy. Choose between one of two performances — one at 2:00 p.m. and the other at 7:00 p.m.

3. Reston’s MLK Birthday Celebration

The city of Reston, Virginia, has been hosting its Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration for 34 years. This year, the three-day festival will include a performance by the Reston Community Orchestra, an art exhibit by local elementary school students, and a keynote address on Monday by civil rights activist DeRay Mckesson, followed by a community lunch. Mckesson will sign copies of his new book, On the Other Side of Freedom: The Case for Hope after the lunch.

4. Downtown Anacostia’s MLK Day Parade

Make a pilgrimage to the D.C. street named in King’s honor: Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE. The annual parade starts at noon on Monday at the street’s intersection with Good Hope Road and ends at the Gateway Pavilion (find the full route here). The event is also a great way to get to know the neighborhood: Several popular local businesses open their doors as warming stations for participants, including We Act Radio and Cheers at the Big Chair. Keep an eye out for street closures in the area during the parade.

While you’re there, check out the “I Have a Dream” mural on the side of Mellon Convenience Store at 2921 MLK Ave SE.

5. Day Of Service

Whether you’re in D.C., Maryland, or Virginia, there are countless ways to serve in King’s honor on Monday. You could restore the Anacostia River waterfront at Anacostia Park, staff a food drive in Gaithersburg, or get trained as an affordable housing advocate in Arlington.

Check out the offerings from the United Planning Organization, the Montgomery County Volunteer Center, the D.C. government, or your municipality for more ideas.

6. The Memorials

They can shut down the government, but they can’t shut down the national monuments. (Not yet anyway — we probably shouldn’t tempt them.) Stand on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, where King delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech in the summer of 1963. Then, head over to the Tidal Basin and read the quotations engraved on the MLK Memorial, including this one:

“Make a career of humanity. Commit yourself to the noble struggle for equal rights. You will make a better person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in.”

This story originally appeared at WAMU.