Urban Core in Jacksonville in Duval County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Appears Before Federal Court
Photographed by Tim Fillmon, July 26, 2026
1. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Appears Before Federal Court Marker
In June 1964, following his detention in Jacksonville, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. appeared before the United States District Court at this site. The proceedings were part of federal actions addressing civil rights demonstrations in St. Augustine and reinforced the role of the courts in interpreting and upholding constitutional protections during the Civil Rights Movement.
Erected 2026 by The Legacy Project - City of Jacksonville - Donna Deegan Mayor.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Civil Rights. A significant historical month for this entry is June 1964.
Location. 30° 19.766′ N, 81° 39.679′ W. Marker is in Jacksonville, Florida, in Duval County. It is in Urban Core. It is at the intersection of West Monroe Street and North Julia Street, on the right when traveling west on West Monroe Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 300 N Julia St, Jacksonville FL 32202, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Florida’s First Coast. It is also in the American South and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Ossachite (a few steps from this marker); John Milton Bryan Simpson (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Seminole Club (about 500 feet away); Jacksonville's 1901 Fire (about 600 feet away); Votes for Women (about 600 feet away); 1960 Civil Rights Demonstration (about 600 feet away); T. V. Porter House (about 700 feet away); Jacksonville Veterans Memorial (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jacksonville.
Another marker is no longer nearby. Confederate Memorial 1861-1865 (was about 700 feet away but has been permanently removed).
Photographed by Tim Fillmon, July 26, 2026
2. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Appears Before Federal Court Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 27, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 26, 2026, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 26, 2026, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida.
