Urban Core in Jacksonville in Duval County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
James Weldon Johnson
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, April 19, 2020
1. James Weldon Johnson Marker
On this site, in a small frame house, James Weldon Johnson was borne on June 17, 1871. He was the first African-American to pass the State Bar Exam in Florida, the first African-American Secretary of the NAACP, and a noted educator, author, diplomat and poet. Johnson was instrumental in the creation of Stanton High School as the first public high school in Florida for African-Americans, and he served as its principal. He wrote several books of poetry, including “God’s Trombones” and his best- known work, “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing”, which was adopted as the “Negro National Anthem" by the NAACP.
Erected by Durkeeville Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Arts, Letters, Music • Education.
Location. 30° 19.801′ N, 81° 40.206′ W. Marker is in Jacksonville, Florida, in Duval County. It is in Urban Core. Marker is at the intersection of Lee Street and Houston Street, on the left when traveling north on Lee Street. Marker located in Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 120 Lee Street, Jacksonville FL 32204, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. John Rosamond Johnson (here, next to this marker);
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Photographed By Brandon D Cross, April 19, 2020
2. James Weldon Johnson Marker
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, April 19, 2020
3. Photo Insert: James Weldon Johnson
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, April 19, 2020
4. Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Park sign
Credits. This page was last revised on February 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 20, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 261 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 20, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
