Citilink Unveils bus Honoring Rosa Parks for Transit Equity Day

Bennie and Sheryl Edwards attend the unveiling of the Citlink bus in honor of Rosa Parks.

“Transit Equity Day commemorates the 111th birthday of civil rights activist Rosa Parks and recognizes the profound impact of public transportation in fostering an equitable environment within our community.”

The celebration was held on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024. During the event, Citilink unveiled a bus wrapped in custom artwork inspired by Rosa Parks, sponsored by SEED, and created by Fort Wayne artist Theoplis Smith III, also known as Phresh Laundry.

MLK Jr. Club, Inc. President, George Hicks, portrays Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at MLK Montessori School