EastcoastTrek 2025 – March on Washington – 62nd Anniversary

This year’s trek started in Houston, then to New York to the District of Columbia and ending in Baltimore.

On Thursday, August 28, 2025 the March on Wall Street took place. It was noted more than one hundred thousand were in attendance from all over the nation to participate in the event.

It commemorated the August 28, 1963 the March on Washington, featuring Rev., Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as the keynote speaker. The event was held at the National Mall, at the Lincoln Memorial.

Marty King, III has continued his father’s legacy in commemorating the event. Years ago, he partnered with Rev. Al Sharpton of the National Action Network in hosting the event. The event was moved from Washington, DC to Wall Street to focus attention to corporate greed and other civil rights issues. It started at the African-American burial site and swung down Broadway to finish in Wall Street adjacent the iconic Bull.

These are a few images from the event.

A group of people, including a prominent leader, interacting at a public event, surrounded by media equipment and onlookers.
Protesters holding a large banner that reads 'SAVE the USA from RICH A-HOLES' in a park setting.
A large crowd marches down a city street, with buildings on either side and a prominent orange sculpture in the background. Police officers and participants visibly engage in the event, which features banners and signs promoting civil rights.
A woman stands in the street holding a smartphone and taking a photo, with cars parked in the background. She is wearing a black outfit with a logo on her shirt.
A crowd of people gathered on a street, some shaking hands and conversing, with pedestrians and vehicles in the background.
A drone is flying near a construction site in New York City, with a green and blue sign indicating bus routes and a construction banner overhead.
Crowd gathered for the March on Wall Street with a digital screen displaying event information in the background.
A diverse crowd of people gathered closely together, some wearing sunglasses and looking directly at the camera, while others seem engaged in conversation or observing their surroundings.
A street view of Wall Street, showcasing a traffic light, American flag, and nearby buildings, including a church structure.
View of a city street with modern buildings, featuring a food vendor's cart with a yellow umbrella, construction scaffolding, and pedestrians walking along the crosswalk.
A protester holding a sign reading 'MARCH ON WALL STREET' during a civil rights march on a city street, surrounded by other participants.
A crowd gathered at Wall Street for a civil rights rally, featuring tents and speakers, amidst a backdrop of city buildings.
A woman wearing a bright green vest smiles and raises her fist in a gesture of empowerment. She has a distinctive hairstyle with a black and white pattern. The background features a cityscape with scaffolding and people gathering.
Street view in a city showing a police officer in uniform near a white van, with buildings and traffic signals in the background.
View of the American Express Company building with people and police on motorcycles in front.
A diverse crowd gathers at Wall Street for a civil rights event, with attendees holding signs and engaging in conversation. Tents can be seen in the background.
A view of the African Burial Ground National Monument, featuring a large stone structure surrounded by greenery in an urban setting. The monument commemorates the historic burial site of enslaved Africans in New York City.
A diverse crowd walking on a city street, with buildings and a police officer visible. The atmosphere suggests a public event or gathering.
Crowd gathered near a black SUV outside in an urban setting, with people interacting and police presence visible.
A diverse group of protesters march on a city street, some holding signs emphasizing unity and advocacy. Queues of vehicles are parked on the side, and buildings line the road.
A photographer with a grey beard and wearing a blue polo shirt is taking pictures with a large camera, while a group of pedestrians walks past in the background.
Crowd gathered during a civil rights march on Wall Street, with people holding signs and banners, and various expressions of solidarity visible.
Exterior view of the African Burial Ground National Monument in New York City, featuring a prominent bronze entrance with the monument's name and a woman walking by.
A diverse group of protesters marching on a city street, holding signs advocating for social justice and a better future, with police presence in the background.
A large crowd gathers around a central figure speaking, with people holding phones and engaging in conversations at an outdoor event.
A crowd participating in a civil rights march on Wall Street, featuring individuals carrying signs and banners, with buildings and barriers in the background.
A busy urban street view showcasing buildings of varying heights and architectural styles, with cars parked and moving along the road. In the background, a prominent tower is visible under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
A crowd of people gathered for a protest on a city street, with one woman in the foreground taking a photo. A sign reading 'STOP STEALING OUR LEGACY' is visible in the background, along with various banners and participants wearing green and purple attire.
A crowd gathers in an outdoor setting, with people browsing a table of t-shirts. Two women, one in a grey shirt and another in a pink shirt, are visible in the foreground, while other attendees are seen in the background. The scene captures a moment during a civic event.
A crowd of people and photographers gathering for an event, with one man in a green shirt looking at his phone in the foreground.
A busy street scene in New York City with police officers on scooters directing traffic near a Starbucks coffee shop. Pedestrians, vehicles, and construction scaffolding are visible in the background.
View of a historic church with a tall steeple, surrounded by modern buildings and city streets, under a clear blue sky.
A street scene on Wall Street featuring a mix of vehicles and people, with police motorcycles leading the way. Buildings line the street, and a clock is visible on the right. Banners can be seen on the sidewalk indicating a protest or demonstration.
A large crowd gathers in a city square surrounded by tall buildings, with a sculpture in the center and gray, cloudy skies above.
Crowd of participants at a civil rights march on Wall Street, holding signs advocating for economic justice, surrounded by barricades and tall buildings.
A diverse group of people gathered at a street protest, with some holding signs. In the foreground, individuals are interacting, while a camera crew is set up nearby filming the event.
Crowd gathered on Wall Street for a civil rights event, showcasing diverse participants and a city backdrop.
A group of people participating in an event with a large tent set up, featuring prominent individuals engaged in conversation. One individual has gray hair and is wearing a black suit, while another is dressed in a black shirt. The background includes city buildings and event setups.
A group of protesters marching on a city street, with one individual holding a red, black, and green flag, symbolizing Pan-Africanism. Signs in the background call for social justice and economic equality.
A large crowd gathered at Wall Street during the March commemorating the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., with attendees holding signs and banners, surrounded by tall buildings.
A speaker addressing a crowd at an event, with various signs visible. Tents are set up in the background, and there are individuals recording the speech on their phones.
A woman stands in the foreground smiling, with an outstretched hand in a bustling street filled with people, fronted by tall buildings and a traffic light showing red.
Four individuals holding protest signs advocating for education and social justice at a gathering.
A participant in a march holds a sign that reads 'WHY WE MARCH? FREEDOM FAIRNESS SECURITY UFT'. The individual is wearing sunglasses and a light-colored outfit and is surrounded by other marchers on a city street.
A bustling city street view featuring large buildings, with construction scaffolding on the left side and a FedEx truck parked in the foreground. Pedestrians are crossing the street and traffic signals are visible.
A diverse group of people gathered under a tent at an outdoor event, with one man in the foreground gesturing while speaking, and others dressed in formal attire engaged in conversation.
People browsing merchandise at an event, including t-shirts and signs with slogans related to civil rights and social justice.
A diverse group of people gathered at a demonstration on Wall Street, holding a large banner that reads 'WALL STREET'. The participants, including various speakers, are mobilized around civil rights issues.
A diverse group of people gathered at Wall Street for the March on Washington, holding signs and banners, with a large digital billboard promoting the event in the background.
A person wearing a white shirt and pants, holding a trumpet, stands in a busy outdoor setting with a crowd in the background.
A crowd gathers on a city street, with people of various ethnicities interacting with one another and law enforcement nearby, as black SUVs are parked in the background.
A group of diverse individuals gathered on a street, some holding signs, while a large digital screen displays information about live stream coverage of a protest event.
A bronze sculpture resembling an archway, situated in a park surrounded by trees. People can be seen walking in the background, with some seated nearby.
A group of activists holds a large banner for the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU), New York Chapter, while displaying protest signs at a demonstration.
A view of a bustling street scene with people walking, marked by traffic and a building in the background. The street sign indicates Park Place, and American flags are visible on a nearby building.
Crowd gathered at Wall Street to commemorate the March on Washington, featuring a black monument and historical buildings in the background.
Window display featuring a historical scene related to the African Burial Ground National Monument, depicting laborers and logs
A person standing on a crosswalk with a phone, while a woman walks behind them on a busy street.
A large crowd gathers in a busy urban area for a demonstration, with numerous cameras capturing the event. Various individuals are seen holding signs, while a speaker addresses the audience near a prominent building.
A crowd of people gathered around the Charging Bull statue on Wall Street, with some taking photos and others sitting nearby. A black car is parked in the foreground, and trees are visible in the background under a clear sky.
Crowd gathered on Wall Street during a civil rights event, with police vehicles and street signs visible.
A large crowd of people participating in a march, holding various signs and banners, including one that reads 'BLACK LIVES MATTER'. The scene depicts a sunny day on a city street with barricades set up along the route.
View of One World Trade Center surrounded by buildings and trees on a sunny day.
A large government building with a tall clock tower, surrounded by a crowd of people at an outdoor event. The sky is partly cloudy.
A large crowd gathered on Wall Street for a protest, with participants holding signs and wearing matching t-shirts. Police officers are present, monitoring the event. The scene features urban buildings and greenery in the background.
Crowd gathering at a civil rights event, with participants wearing bright green vests and holding banners in a busy urban setting.
A perspective view of tall buildings against a clear blue sky in an urban setting.
View of a busy street in New York City with tall buildings, a stop sign in the foreground, and people gathered in the background, likely for an event.
A crowd gathered at an event focused on civil rights, with a speaker being interviewed under a tent. Several attendees are visible, wearing formal attire and participating in the event.
A towering black monument surrounded by trees and buildings in an urban setting.
View of a city street with tall buildings and vehicles, highlighting the urban environment, featuring a food truck and street pedestrians.
A man wearing an orange shirt with 'March on Washington' printed on it, holding a camera, walks among a crowd of people participating in a march on a city street.
A diverse group of people marching down a city street, surrounded by tall buildings, participating in a demonstration.
A crowd gathers around the Charging Bull statue on Wall Street, with buildings in the background and barricades set up for the event.
Crowd gathered on Wall Street for a civil rights event, with buildings in the background and traffic signals visible.
A group of people in business attire gathered near vehicles in an urban setting, with reflective buildings in the background. Some individuals are wearing hats and engaged in conversation, surrounded by a crowd.
A crowd gathered near a tent amidst tall buildings, with vehicles parked along the street and individuals conversing.
Crowd gathered at Wall Street for a civil rights event, with police presence and barricades visible.
Crowd at a civil rights event on Wall Street, with many people holding signs and cameras. The atmosphere is lively and engaged, featuring diverse participants.
Crowd gathered at Wall Street event commemorating civil rights, featuring signs and speakers under tents.
A large crowd of diverse individuals gathering on a city street, holding signs and banners during a civil rights demonstration, with buildings and trees in the background.

Following the march we went to the iconic Charles Pan Fried Chicken in Harlem (145th Street).

A spread of soul food featuring fried chicken, cornbread, macaroni and cheese, greens, and sweet potatoes, served with a bottle of tea, placed on a black table.
Two men posing together in front of a restaurant window displaying a sign that reads 'CHARLES KITCHEN LUNCH $9.99' and 'ALL YOU CAN EAT.'
A framed newspaper article featuring two chefs in a kitchen preparing food, with a headline about 'Charles Pan-Fried Chicken' and a quote stating, 'It's Charles, myself, and Square.'
A busy commercial kitchen with stainless steel countertops, various cooking equipment, and storage for ingredients.
A woman in a black shirt stands at a counter interacting with a customer in casual attire, within a restaurant kitchen setting. The space features stainless steel equipment and various signs, including one that says 'Please Start Your Order Here'.
A glass display case filled with various desserts and food containers, featuring layered desserts and snacks, with a reflection of the surrounding area visible in the glass.
A woman seated at a table outside a restaurant with a sign that reads 'Harlem's Finest Soul Food' in the window.
Exterior view of Charles Pan-Fried Chicken restaurant in New York, showcasing the entrance, outdoor seating, and surrounding urban environment.
Colorful mural with the text 'Greetings from HOUSTON' displayed prominently, featuring artistic designs and vibrant colors.
Interior of a seafood market featuring various signs for shipping seafood, seasonal items like muskrat and raccoon, and a display of crab-themed merchandise.
Two people taking a selfie on a subway train, with one wearing a blue cap and the other with headphones around their neck.
A takeout container filled with crispy fried chicken wings and seasoned fries, resting on a tabletop.
A bowl of ramen featuring slices of pork, a soft-boiled egg, vegetables, corn, and garnished with green onions and red pickled ginger.
A tray featuring a large sandwich with a crab cake patty, fresh lettuce, and tomato, accompanied by a cup of soup and two servings of macaroni and cheese.
Exterior view of Latitude 39 Restaurant & Bar, featuring large windows, a menu display, and decorative lighting.
A plate of nachos topped with sour cream, meat, green peppers, and cilantro, accompanied by a glass of drink with a lime wedge.
A man wearing a tie-dye shirt is holding a coffee cup while standing on a city street with traffic lights. In the background, the Empire State Building is visible against a cloudy sky.
A smiling woman wearing glasses holds a wrapped piece of seafood in a market or food stall, with a clean and bright background.
Display of various packaged meats and seafood in a market, including muskrat and raccoon, with price tags for each item.
A person waving in front of the U.S. Capitol building on a sunny day, wearing an orange tie-dye shirt and shorts.
A display of a seafood restaurant menu featuring various items such as crispy catfish, Chesapeake Bay rockfish sandwiches, and deviled eggs, with pricing details prominently shown.
A couple taking a selfie in front of the Washington Monument on a sunny day with blue skies and scattered clouds.
Two women enjoying a meal at a restaurant, one smiling at the camera while holding a sandwich, surrounded by various plates of food on the table.

For those who missed it here is full event.

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