Statue of
Rosa Parks
A life-size bronze monument in Eugene, Oregon, honoring the civil rights icon. The statue sits in the plaza of the main transit station, with an open seat inviting you to join her.
The Statue & The Plaza
A Unique Setting
Installed at the Rosa Parks Plaza (formerly Eugene Station), the central hub for the Lane Transit District (LTD). It was sculpted by local Oregon artist Pete Helzer.
Historic Dedication
Unveiled on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2009, this event made Eugene the first U.S. city to dedicate a bus station to Rosa Parks.
Design & Meaning
Interactive Design
The sculpture depicts Parks looking forward with an empty seat beside her, inviting visitors to sit next to the statue in a symbol of solidarity.
Significance
Commemorates her 1955 refusal to give up her seat in Montgomery, Alabama—the spark for the 381-day boycott that advanced Civil Rights.
Community Funded
The $44,000 project was funded entirely by contributions from LTD, local businesses, civic organizations, and community members.
Visit the Plaza
Pay your respects at the main LTD bus station downtown at 98-52 W 10th Ave, Eugene, OR.
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