Both are located on the Essex County Government Complex at its newest addition, the Martin Luther King Justice Building.
An accompanying plaque reads: "At a time in American history, when the need for change was evident, Martin Luther King, Jr., a young Georgia minister, rose to lead a nationwide civil rights movement.
He inspired thousands of people, of all colors, races and religions, to join hands, and more than 200,000 supporters gathered in Washington, DC, for his iconic 'I have a dream…' oration.
As President of the Southern Christian Leadership Council, he brought attention to sources of national discrimination, helping to gain passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, forever changing the course of American history.
Also in the lobby is a large bronze bust, also created by Warren, of Congressman and civil rights advocate John Lewis of Georgia, a close friend and associate of Dr.
[6] The original statue Behold, created by Patrick Morelli, is located at Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park in Atlanta.