Sweet Auburn in Atlanta in Fulton County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Eternal Flame
the continuing effort to realize
Dr. King's ideals for the
"Beloved Community"
which requires lasting personal
commitment that cannot weaken
when faced with obstacles.
Erected by Refurbished by Atlanta Gas Light.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Civil Rights. In addition, it is included in the Martin Luther King, Jr. series list.
Location. 33° 45.314′ N, 84° 22.405′ W. Marker is in Atlanta, Georgia, in Fulton County. It is in Sweet Auburn. Marker is on Auburn Avenue NE. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Atlanta GA 30312, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Behold (within shouting distance of this marker); Ebenezer Baptist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Ebenezer Baptist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Ebenezer Baptist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Sweet Auburn Walk (within shouting distance of this marker); Ebenezer Baptist Church Heritage Sanctuary (within shouting distance of this marker); The Training Ground (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Heyday of Auburn Avenue (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Atlanta.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 23, 2014, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. This page has been viewed 994 times since then and 182 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 23, 2014, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland.