Amidst the hustle and bustle of Chicago, a vibrant mural and portal into the past has emerged.

Created by renowned local artist Joe Nelson, the mural honors the Pullman Porters and their remarkable journey from service to activism as they fought for equality and dignity on the rails.

The Pullman Porters were Black men hired by the Pullman Company to work on luxury passenger trains known as Pullman Cars. In an era when train travel was the primary means of traversing the country, the Pullman Porters and their meticulously maintained sleeper cars became a lifeline for countless passengers embarking on cross-country journeys.

They’re also heralded as pioneers and agents of social change for their groundbreaking efforts in establishing a planned community and the first Black labor union.

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