Rosa Parks Mural

603 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
Tallahassee 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.

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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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Hike through breathtaking sinkholes and scenic trails, where you'll discover a fascinating view of Florida’s karst landscape. Leon Sinks is part of a unique geological system shaped by rainwater over thousands of years.

📍Leon Sinks Geological Area
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This Black History Month, join us in Tallahassee to celebrate and acknowledge the immense triumphs, aspirations, and ambitions of Black Americans. Check out these events and activities highlighting Black history, culture, and achievements! ✨

📆 Events:
💠 Feb. 7 & 28 | Black History Month Tours at @TheGroveMuseum
💠 Feb. 10 | @FAMU_1887's Black History Month Fireside Conversation with Roy Wood Jr. at Lee Hall Auditorium
💠 Feb. 25 | History at High Noon: Preserving History at the Meek-Eaton Black Archives at @MissionSanLuis
💠 Feb. 22 | @FAMU_1887's 2025 Harambee Festival at Cascades Park
💠 Feb. 28 | Count Basie Orchestra with @OpeningNights at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall

🎨 Activities:
💠 @famufostertannergallery's two exhibitions featuring the photography of Stan J. Johnson. "Beautiful, I Am!" and "Naked Emotions Exposed." Viewable now until April 25th.
💠 @LeMoyneArts' exhibit Southern Exposure featuring celebrated artist Joe Roache. Viewable now until Feb. 22nd.
💠 @fsumofa's exhibit, The Quilts of Mrs. Gussie Beatrice Arnold Hill. Viewable now until Feb. 8th.

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Meet the newest residents at @nfwctally! These critically endangered cotton-topped tamarins arrived just a few weeks ago and are enjoying their new home. These tiny primates play a big role in conservation, and the North Florida Wildlife Center is thrilled to be part of their journey!

📅 Plan your visit to see them in action, learn about their unique behaviors and NFWC's conservation efforts at northfloridawildlife.org. (link in bio)

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✨ SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT ✨

🎶 Gospel fans, get ready! The return of Jubilee Gospel Festival is coming to the Adderley Amphitheater on March 21st—22nd! Two days of unparalleled gospel music featuring Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Kirk Franklin.

The concert is presented in partnership with Pastor Quincy and the Family Worship and Praise Center (FWPC) Community Development Corporation

🎟️ 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗴𝗼 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲, 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟯𝟬, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, 𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻.

For more info and tickets, click the link in bio.
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