Pets

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Pets are welcome at Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site - but to protect other visitors and your pets themselves, please remember these regulations.

  • Pets are not allowed in the following structures except for certified service animals trained to assist persons with disabilities or to guide dogs accompanying visually impaired persons.
    • The Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site Visitor Center
    • Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church
    • Historic Fire Station No. 6
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. Birth Home
  • Pets must be on a 6' or shorter leash at all times.
  • Pets may not be left unattended, especially in vehicles.
  • Pets may not make excessive noise.
  • You must clean up and dispose of you pets poop in an appropriate receptacle.

Exercise Area

We encourage the use of the exercise area located between 521 and 535 Auburn Avenue. The area is not fenced so your pet must remain on a leash at all times. A receptacle is provided for disposing of your pets poop.

Applicable Regulations

View the specific regulations that apply to pets in national parks at 36 CFR 2.15 and on page 10 of the Superintendent's Compendium for complete details.

Last updated: November 21, 2019

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

450 Auburn Avenue, NE
Atlanta, GA 30312

Phone:

404 331-5190 x5046

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