New York (WRGB) — Gov. Hochul announced that 17 New York State landmarks will be illuminated in red, green, and black today to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on MLK Day.
The lighting aims to celebrate Dr. King’s enduring message of nonviolence, hope, equality, and justice. Hochul said,
New York has always been a place where people rise against injustice. As we honor Dr. King’s life and legacy, I remain committed to building a state that embodies the principles of one of America’s most significant leaders for social justice, freedom and equality. Today and every day, we will work to make New York a more affordable, just and equitable place for all.
The landmarks to be illuminated include:
1WTCGovernor Mario M. Cuomo BridgeKosciuszko BridgeThe H. Carl McCall SUNY BuildingState Education BuildingAlfred E. Smith State Office BuildingEmpire State Plaza, State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo CenterNiagara FallsThe “Franklin D. Roosevelt” Mid-Hudson BridgeGrand Central Terminal – Pershing Square ViaductAlbany International Airport GatewayLake Placid Olympic CenterMTA LIRR – East End Gateway at Penn StationFairport Lift Bridge over the Erie CanalMoynihan Train HallRoosevelt Island Lighthouse