Humboldt Park School volunteers add murals and benches for MLK Day

More than 200 volunteers spent MLK Day creating 28 murals and buddy benches at Humboldt Park School during City Year's 16th annual Day of Service.

More than 200 volunteers spent Martin Luther King Day creating murals, mosaics and buddy benches at Humboldt Park School. City Year organized the annual Day of Service, now in its 16th year. The work took place while students and teachers were off for the holiday. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley said the holiday remains the only federal holiday dedicated to community service and encouraged volunteers to foster community. What we know: - More than 200 volunteers took part in mural, mosaic and bench making at Humboldt Park School. - City Year hosted its annual MLK Day of Service for the 16th consecutive year. - The project produced 28 murals and several "buddy benches" at the school. - Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley described MLK Day as the only federal holiday dedicated to community service. - A speaker named Lawson referenced Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s membership in Alpha Phi Alpha and urged continued growth and change. Summary: The day added visible art and seating to Humboldt Park School and served as a community service event honoring Dr. King's legacy. The event continued City Year's long-running MLK Day tradition. Undetermined at this time.