The Lincoln Memorial, located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., holds significance in Black history for several reasons. One of the most notable events associated with the Lincoln Memorial is the famous "I Have a Dream" speech delivered by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on August 28, 1963. Standing on the steps of the memorial, overlooking the Reflecting Pool, Dr. King delivered his powerful speech calling for an end to racism and advocating for civil rights for all Americans.

The imagery of Dr. King standing in front of the towering statue of Abraham Lincoln, known as the Great Emancipator for his role in abolishing slavery, added symbolism to the momentous occasion. The Lincoln Memorial has since become a symbolic site for civil rights movements and protests, including the Women's March in 2017 and numerous demonstrations supporting racial equality and justice.

The Lincoln Memorial continues to serve as a gathering place for people advocating for social change and equality, and its connection to Dr. King's historic speech solidifies its place in Black history as a site of inspiration and empowerment for generations to come.