Sundance Square in Fort Worth in Tarrant County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Black Medical District
Photographed by Craig Baker, April 7, 2024
1. Black Medical District Marker
When Medical Doctor William Davis and Dentist Osceola C. Queen arrived in Fort Worth during the late 1880s, they could only practice within the city's Black business district (east of downtown). As their other colleagues came to Fort Worth, they too were confined to this one area of town. Even with these restrictions, excellent patient care was provided. George D. Flemmings served the community both as a dentist and as President of the local NAACP chapter. Three doctors established hospitals: Doctors Riley A. Ransom, George, M. Munchus, and Eddie L. Dorsey. When Dr. Marion J. Brooks returned to town in 1951, he immediately became an outspoken medical activist for fair treatment that led to the integration of the city's hospitals and other medical facilities. Today's medical professionals stand on the shoulders of these dedicated community servants who confronted and overcame the obstacles in their lives with both compassion and grit.
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans
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Location. 32° 45.098′ N, 97° 19.758′ W. Marker is in Fort Worth, Texas, in Tarrant County. It is in Sundance Square. It is on Main Street near 9th Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 900 Main St, Fort Worth TX 76102, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Prairies & Lakes Region. It is also in the American South. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, and one of the Confederate States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Black Business District (a few steps from this marker); "A Great Time to be Alive" (a few steps from this marker); JFK (a few steps from this marker); General William Jenkins Worth (within shouting distance of this marker); John F. Kennedy Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named General William Jenkins Worth (within shouting distance of this marker); Ephraim Merrill Daggett (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Majestic Theatre (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fort Worth.
Photographed by Craig Baker
2. Black Medical District Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 9, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 9, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 487 times since then and 41 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 9, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
