January 19 - The bank will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Day

Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday held on the third Monday of January. It celebrates the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential American civil rights leader.

image of two people's feet wearing high top Converse tennis shoes on the engraved pavement

Photo: An engraved pavement in the location where Martin Luther King made his famous “I Have a Dream” speech in Washington, DC.

What Is Martin Luther King Jr. Day?

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, also known as MLK Day, is a federal holiday observed nationwide and recognized by all 50 states.

The day honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the civil rights leader whose most well-known areas of advocacy include civil rights and racial equality, voting rights, nonviolent resistance, economic justice, fair housing, and opposition to militarism and poverty.

MLK Day commemorates Dr. King’s leadership in the American civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s. Through peaceful protests and powerful speeches, he challenged racial segregation and inspired a nation to pursue social justice.

The holiday is designated as a National Day of Service, encouraging Americans to volunteer and give back to their communities.