Today, a historical marker, issued by the Florida Department
of State, will be installed on FAMU’s campus on the corner of Palmer Avenue and
Adams Street. The marker commemorates the contributions of FAMU’s former
hospital, its staff and related programs. It was originally unveiled during
FAMU’s 2014 Black History Convocation.
The installation ceremony will feature remarks and
presentations by FAMU administrators, faculty, staff, alumni and students, as
well as members of Tallahassee’s medical and research communities. Michael
Zimny, historic sites specialist with the Department of State, will also
participate in the ceremony.
The FAMU hospital served as the only medical facility for
blacks within 150 miles of Tallahassee from 1950-1971 and ushered in FAMU’s
world-class nursing and pharmacy programs.