Frogtown in Saint Paul in Ramsey County, Minnesota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Roots in Rondo
Photographed By McGhiever, June 12, 2019
1. Roots in Rondo Marker
"Porters act like brothers. If you saw a uniform, you felt like you had a friend."–Leon Long, porter
In January 1926, the local chapter of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters held its first meeting in Saint Paul's Rondo neighborhood; more than 50 men and women attended. By 1950, local rolls counted 700 members. Respected as educated, worldly citizens, porters worked hard to lift their families into the middle class.
Erected 2017.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Labor Unions • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1926.
Location. 44° 57.355′ N, 93° 8.114′ W. Marker is in Saint Paul, Minnesota, in Ramsey County. It is in Frogtown. Marker is on University Avenue W. west of Avon Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 833 University Avenue W, Saint Paul MN 55104, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 10,000 Men Called George (here, next to this marker); From Service to Solidarity (here, next to this marker); Welcome to Victoria Street Station (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Karen People in Rondo / Somalis in Rondo
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Photographed By McGhiever, June 12, 2019
2. Roots in Rondo Marker (far left)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 22, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 17, 2024, by McGhiever of Minneapolis, Minnesota. This page has been viewed 37 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 17, 2024, by McGhiever of Minneapolis, Minnesota. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
