Only Known Handwritten Manuscript of MLK's "I Have a Dream" Speech Rediscovered

The only known handwritten manuscript of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s iconic “I Have a Dream” speech was rediscovered. According to an announcement from auction house Christie's, it was found in a desk drawer belonging to Edward T. Clayton, who was the head of public relations at the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. The manuscript is seven pages long and includes edits and cross-outs that offer a glimpse into King’s writing process. Christie’s expects the manuscript to sell for up to $10 million when it goes to auction on January 22, 2027.