At the Press Street Railroad Yards in New Orleans, this historical marker commemorates the site where Homer Plessy was removed from a segregated rail car. Its double-sided plaque explains the case that followed: in 1896, the Supreme Court upheld segregation laws, a decision overturned in 1954. Nearby murals, including one about Brown v. Board of Education, add visual context. Take time to read the plaque and look at the surrounding artwork as you consider the case’s place in the history of segregation and its challenge.
The incident behind the marker
The marker stands at Press Street Railroad Yards, where Homer Plessy was removed from a segregated rail car. The incident led to Plessy v. Ferguson. In 1896, the Supreme Court upheld segregation laws in its ruling; that decision was overturned in 1954.
Plaque and nearby murals
A double-sided plaque explains the event and the case that followed. Nearby murals depict its historical impact, including one about Brown v. Board of Education. Take time to read the plaque and look at the artwork around the site.
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What does the Plessy v. Ferguson marker commemorate?
It marks the site where Homer Plessy was removed from a segregated rail car, an incident that led to the Supreme Court case.
What can you see at the marker?
There is a double-sided plaque explaining the case, with murals nearby, including one about Brown v. Board of Education.
Where is the marker in New Orleans?
It is at Press Street Railroad Yards, 700 Homer Plessy Way, New Orleans.
