Local step group honors Martin Luther King Jr.

Step Afrika, a Washington-based step group, is honoring Martin Luther King Jr. through dance.

The percussive dance troupe will be performing at Strathmore on January 17 to honor the Civil Rights leader and again at the end of the month to honor Malcolm X.

Step Afrika says their show unites music, dance and storytelling to put forward an often-overlooked aspect of American history.

They aim to engage and inspire young people through their electrifying performance.

Watch the video above for a sneak peak!