Fort Scott in Bourbon County, Kansas — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)

First Kansas Colored Infantry

Photographed by Jason Voigt, September 21, 2026

1. First Kansas Colored Infantry Marker

Inscription.
Amidst the tumult of the Civil War, the heroism and bravery of the First Kansas Volunteer Colored Infantry blazed a trail of resilience, unity, and compassion. On January 13, 1863, the First Kansas Colored was mustered into federal service on the former parade ground at Fort Scott. Their unwavering determination to free their brothers and sisters from the shackles of slavery exemplified their indomitable spirit. Through battles and hardships, these soldiers displayed unyielding courage, enduring the harshest of conditions and standing strong against determined foes. The mural nearby stands as a vivid tribute to their legacy. These figures came together to defend a united country and eradicate the chains of slavery. Their story is one of triumph over adversity and the pursuit of justice - a story etched in history and portrayed through this evocative mural.

Visit the Fort Scott National Historic Site, a National Park, directly to the north of this mural to learn more about this significant movement in our history.

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Erected by Fort Scott Area Chamber Foundation, Kansas Office of Rural Prosperity and Visit Fort Scott.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • War, US Civil. A significant historical date for this entry is January 13, 1863.

Location. 37° 50.552′ N, 94° 42.364′ W. Marker is in Fort Scott, Kansas, in Bourbon County. It is on North Main Street, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 20 N Main St, Fort Scott KS 66701, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Eastern Kansas and specifically in Bleeding Kansas Border War Country.

It is also in the American Midwest,

in the Corn Belt,

on the prairies,

and on the Southern Plains.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Louisiana Purchase.

Other nearby markers. At

Photographed by Jason Voigt, September 21, 2026

2. First Kansas Colored Infantry Marker

Marker (not facing the camera) is in front of a mural

least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Star Clothing House (here, next to this marker); Eugene Ware (a few steps from this marker); Go Greyhounds! (within shouting distance of this marker); Gordon Parks (within shouting distance of this marker); The Sites and People of Fort Scott (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort Scott (within shouting distance of this marker); Medal of Honor (within shouting distance of this marker); Mayhew (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fort Scott.

Also see . . .
1. 1st Kansas Colored Infantry Regiment (National Park Service). Article is linked from the QR code on the top of the marker (Submitted on October 21, 2026, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.)

2. Cbabi Bayoc's official website.

Website is the QR code under his column on the marker

(Submitted on October 21, 2026, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.)

First Kansas Colored Infantry Mural image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Jason Voigt, September 21, 2026

3. First Kansas Colored Infantry Mural

Credits. This page was last revised on October 21, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 21, 2026, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 3 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 21, 2026, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.