What Is the Rosa Parks Mugshot?
A mugshot is a booking photograph taken by police after an arrest. The Rosa Parks mugshot shows her being photographed in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1955 after she was arrested for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus.
Why Did Rosa Parks Get Arrested?
On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks was arrested for violating Montgomery’s segregation laws. Her arrest sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a major event in the civil rights movement. The mugshot became one of the most recognized images from that era.
Where Can You See the Rosa Parks Mugshot?
The original booking photo is held by the Montgomery Police Department and is widely reproduced in archives and educational materials. You can view public records and historical context at the Library of Congress website loc.gov.
