Monday, June 8, 2020

Florida - State and Local Civil Rights History


St. Augustine

Hotel Manager James Brock pouring muriatic acid into the hotel pool

This photo shows what happened on June 18, 1964 at the Monson Motor Lodge in St. Augustine, Florida.  It was just one of many protests in this northern Florida city that summer. (AP Photo)

A Hilton hotel stands in the location of the old Monson Motor Lodge. Although the pool is long gone, there is a historical marker where it once existed.


Jacksonville




Winter Park



Orlando