Rosa Parks Museum at Troy University

12/12/2024

We still have spots open for our blood drive next week! Help us help others!❤️

CHANGE OF DATE! The blood drive is now 12/17! Please register to donate blood at our upcoming blood drive and help save lives at the Rosa Parks Museum on Tuesday, December 17, as each donation helps save lives and is a great way to give back. You can schedule your appointment to donate by scanning the QR code or by visiting www.RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1 (800) 733-2767. Donors will receive a special pair of limited editions F-R-I-E-N-D-S socks and complimentary admission to the museum.

12/10/2024

In observance of the holidays, the Rosa Parks Museum will be closed December 21st through the 25th and December 30th through January 1st.

12/10/2024

Are you ready to join student scholars from across Alabama in sharing their historical research for an opportunity to compete on the national level? Alabama History Day invites students to dive deep into their selected topic of interest and present their findings as documentaries, exhibits, websites, papers, or performances. We can't wait to see the incredible projects inspired by this year's theme, "Rights and Responsibilities."

Join us April 11, 2025, at Troy University in Montgomery, our new location, as we celebrate the power of student research and creativity. Winners will qualify to compete at the National History Day competition at the University of Maryland, College Park, June 8-12, 2025!

Learn more about bringing AHD to your school or becoming a judge by clicking the link in our bio or https://alabamahumanities.org/program/alabama-history-day

Thank you to our many partners for making this program possible, including: Rosa Parks Museum at Troy University Troy University's Davis Theatre Alabama Power Foundation National Endowment for the Humanities Alabama Department of Archives and History Alabama Historical Association Alabama Historical Commission Alabama Public Television Education David Mathews Center for Civic Life Alabama Holocaust Education Center

12/05/2024

Today, we honor the beginning of the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the founding of the Montgomery Improvement Association (MIA). The MIA was not initially seeking full integration on public transportation but instead were asking for 1) courtesy from bus drivers, 2) first-come, first-served seating, and 3) the hiring of Black drivers for predominantly Black neighborhoods. As negotiations broke down, the push became to change the segregation laws on public buses. The bus boycott would go on to last 382 days and would bring legal, social, and economic change to Montgomery.

📷 Mass Meeting held Monday, December 5, 1955, at Holt Street Baptist Church.

12/03/2024

For 2024's Giving Tuesday, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to the Rosa Parks Museum. Your generous support ensures we are able to uphold Mrs. Parks' life and legacy through our tours and community/educational programs. Thank you!

12/02/2024

12/02/2024

In honor of Rosa Parks Day 2024 and the beginning of the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the Rosa Parks Museum will offer complimentary admission from December 2nd through December 5th, 2024.

12/01/2024

Sixty-nine years ago this evening, Mrs. Rosa Parks was arrested for courageously refusing to give up her seat to a white man on a public Montgomery city bus. While not the first to be arrested, hers was the catalyst that sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott. She would later state, "The only tired I was, was tired of giving in." Let us continue to honor the life and legacy of Mrs. Parks and the countless other brave men and women who made the 382-day bus boycott a success!

11/28/2024

The staff of the Rosa Parks Museum hopes you all have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

11/23/2024

CHANGE OF DATE! The blood drive is now 12/17! Please register to donate blood at our upcoming blood drive and help save lives at the Rosa Parks Museum on Tuesday, December 17, as each donation helps save lives and is a great way to give back. You can schedule your appointment to donate by scanning the QR code or by visiting www.RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1 (800) 733-2767. Donors will receive a special pair of limited editions F-R-I-E-N-D-S socks and complimentary admission to the museum.

11/22/2024

Join us this evening!

We will be closing at 3:00PM (final admission at 2:00PM) to participate in the The Shoppes at EastChase. We will be joining on the 1950s "Rosa Parks" bus. We hope to see you there!

11/22/2024

We will be closing at 3:00PM (final admission at 2:00PM) to participate in the The Shoppes at EastChase. We will be joining on the 1950s "Rosa Parks" bus. We hope to see you there!

11/21/2024

🌟 Join us for the 69th Anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott 🌟

📅 : Monday, December 2, 2024

🕕 : 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:00 PM)

📍: Holt Street Memorial Baptist Church

Special Guests:
Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley
Pastor John P. Kee
Montgomery United Mass Choir
Other distinguished guests

Let’s honor the legacy of courage and unity that sparked a justice movement. Don’t miss this powerful evening of reflection, inspiration, and celebration!

This event is free and open to the public.

11/19/2024

Contest rules and submission form

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Rs9e4QOcON_ci2Oj2V5s4DlC42W14sxC/view

11/18/2024

Join us this Friday, November 22nd, at 6PM in the Shoppes at EastChase Magical Christmas Parade! We'll we handing out candy from the 1950s The M Transit bus! We hope to see you there!

*As such, the museum will be closing at 3PM on Friday (final admission at 2PM).

Happening this Friday!

Be sure to catch Jessica Meuse (former American Idol star) live in concert at 5:00 p.m. on November 22, 2024. The Magical Christmas Parade will follow at 6:00 p.m.

Celebrate the Season at EastChase!

11/12/2024

Join us this Thursday, November 14th, beginning at 6PM for the opening reception of artist V.L. Cox's "A Still, Small Voice." The event is free of charge and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

11/11/2024

Anyone with a valid military ID (active duty or retired) will receive 1/2-priced admission to the Rosa Parks Museum today!

11/09/2024

Join us on Veterans Day as we honor and celebrate our heroes!
📅 November 11, 2024
🎉Event Schedule:
- Parade:9-11 AM | Dexter Avenue
- Resource Fair:11:00AM - 1:00PM | Riverwalk Stadium
- Ceremony:12 PM | Riverwalk Stadium
Come together to show appreciation for our veterans with a day full of gratitude, community, and celebration. We hope to see you there!