A Celebration of the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, JR.

A Celebration of the life of Martin Luther King, JR.

Featuring a posthumous tribute to Lillie (Belle) Wilson, past-President of the Waukesha NAACP

Date: Tue., Jan. 20, 2026

Time: 10:30 AM-1:00 PM CT

Location: WCTC – Anthony J. Natalizio (AJN) Center; 800 Main Street, Pewaukee, WI 53072

Waukesha, WI — The Waukesha County NAACP proudly announces the Waukesha County MLK Day Celebration, including a posthumous tribute to Waukesha NAACP past President Lillie Belle Wilson, to be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM CT at the Anthony J. Natalizio (AJN) Center at WCTC. This community-wide event is free and open to the public.

This year’s celebration honors the extraordinary life and legacy of Mrs. Lillie Bell Wilson, a beloved community leader whose decades of service exemplified the values of dignity, justice, and unwavering faith. The event also continues Waukesha County’s longstanding tradition of uplifting and honoring the life and mission of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Guests will also participate in the 2026 “Beloved Community Charge”, calling all residents to commit to acts of service and justice in the new year.

Light refreshments will be provided following the program.

Media are encouraged to attend.

To coordinate interviews or request press seating, please contact:

Montre J. Moore at 414-639-0000

RSVP