Rosa Parks Mural
603 N. Martin Luther King Jr. BlvdTallahassee FL 32303
The walls in Tallahassee have never been so full of color. A new mural by artist Kollet Hardeman was recently revealed at The Florida People's Advocacy Center in Frenchtown.
Often referred to as the "Mother of the Civil Rights era," Rosa Parks is most well-known for her 1955 refusal to give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger. This refusal sparked the Montgomery bus boycott, a pivotal event of the Civil Rights Movement.
Although Parks' refusal to give up her bus seat led her to become a popular symbol of the civil rights movement, her action that day on the bus was a natural outgrowth of her life long dedication to activism and civil rights. In fact, Parks was a longtime member of Montgomery National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), and when she inspired the bus boycott, Parks had been the secretary of that organization for twelve years. Parks founded the Montgomery NAACP Youth Council and later served as secretary of the Alabama State Conference of the NAACP, where she traveled throughout the state interviewing victims of discrimination and witnesses to lynching's.
The walls in Tallahassee have never been so full of color. A new mural by artist Kollet Hardeman was recently revealed at The Florida People's Advocacy Center in Frenchtown.
Often referred to as the "Mother of the Civil Rights era," Rosa Parks is most well-known for her 1955 refusal to give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger. This refusal sparked the Montgomery bus boycott, a pivotal event of the Civil Rights Movement.
Although Parks' refusal to give up her bus seat led her to become a popular symbol of the civil rights movement, her action that day on the bus was a natural outgrowth of her life long dedication to activism and civil rights. In fact, Parks was a longtime member of Montgomery National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), and when she inspired the bus boycott, Parks had been the secretary of that organization for twelve years. Parks founded the Montgomery NAACP Youth Council and later served as secretary of the Alabama State Conference of the NAACP, where she traveled throughout the state interviewing victims of discrimination and witnesses to lynching's.
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📢 Visitor Information Center Update
Due to the temporary closure of Railroad Avenue between Gaines Street and FAMU Way, the Visitor Information Center located at 918 Railroad Avenue will not be accessible by the main entrance from May 6th through the end of June.
Visitors can use the service road behind Publix along Stone Valley Way from Gaines Street to get to the main entrance.
🗺️ Link to directions: https://bit.ly/44mjTHe
Our monthly Stop at the Station events on First Fridays will resume in September.
Rock legends @georgethorogoodofficial & The Destroyers and @38specialband are hitting the stage at Adderley Amphitheater in Cascades Park tonight, Saturday, May 4, 2024! Experience a night of blues-based Classic Rock hits that include “Get A Haircut,” “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer,” “Move It On Over,” and “Bad To The Bone.”
🎟️ Tickets available at: theadderleyamphitheater.com/
🎓 🎉 Happy graduation to the newest alumni of FAMU and FSU! To all the new graduates and their loved ones visiting this weekend, congratulations from all of us in Tallahassee! Cheers to you!
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Craving sushi or something spicy? 🍣🌶️ Check out the delicious flavors of Royal Thai and Sushi in Tallahassee! Whether it’s date night or a dinner with friends, their menu has something spectacular for everyone.
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📍 Royal Thai & Sushi
Enjoy a historical walking tour of Cascades Park on May 5 at 5 p.m., beginning near the Edison Restaurant parking area led by local historians. Learn about the location of the original Cascades waterfall, the First Florida Capitol Project, Smokey Hollow, the Prime Meridian, and much more.
The tour is free, open to the public, and will last about an hour.
To find more Tallahassee Bicentennial events, visit: https://tallahasseeleoncounty200.com. (Link in bio)
The Flaming Lips delivered an explosive performance at Adderley Amphitheater to kick off the @wordofsouthfest! 🎤🚀 It was an unforgettable night under the stars with sounds that transported us to another dimension. Thanks for rocking out with us, Tallahassee! 🌈✨
📍 Adderley Amphitheater
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Discover tranquility at Debbie Lightsey Nature Park! 🌿🐦 Whether you’re looking for the perfect spot for a morning jog or a leisurely afternoon stroll, this park offers lush greenery, scenic views, and diverse wildlife.
Ready to explore? With over 700 miles of trails in Tallahassee, adventure is just around the corner. Visit Trailahassee.com to learn more. (Link in bio)
📍 Debbie Lightsey Nature Park
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Ready for an unforgettable weekend? 🎤📚 Experience the unique fusion of literature and music as authors and musicians share the stage at Word of [South] this weekend, April 26-28.
🌟 Friday [TICKETED] - The Flaming Lips kick off the weekend by performing Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots live in concert.
🌟 Saturday & Sunday [FREE] - Performances include Rising Appalachia, Blind Boys of Alabama, Daniel Bedrosian / George Clinton / The P-Funk All-Stars, The Sh-Booms, and more!
For the full list and lineup, visit wordofsouthfestival.com. (link in bio)
📍 Cascades Park