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Handwritten Draft of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Iconic Speech to Auction for Over $10 Million
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What Happened?
A seven-page handwritten draft of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1963 'I Have a Dream' speech will be auctioned at Christie's in January 2027, expected to exceed $10 million. Proceeds will support various charities.
Key points
- The manuscript is the only known handwritten final draft of the speech.
- It will be displayed at Christie's from January 15 to January 21, 2027.
- The auction is scheduled for January 22, 2027.
- The draft includes King's edits but does not contain the words 'I have a dream'.
- Proceeds will benefit charities like the Xernona Clayton Foundation and The King Center.
- The manuscript was rediscovered by Xernona Clayton in 2024.
Key insights
- The auction may raise awareness about the ongoing relevance of King's message.
- This event highlights the importance of preserving historical documents.
- The proceeds could enhance the visibility of the charities involved.
Why it matters
The auction of this manuscript could provide significant funding for civil rights charities.
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Martin Luther King Jr.· PersonChristie's· OrganizationXernona Clayton Foundation· OrganizationThe King Center· OrganizationEdward T. Clayton· PersonDr. Bernice A. King· PersonMartin Luther King III· Person
Source
Times of India
