AUSTIN, Texas — A new mural in South Austin commemorates the life of civil rights activist Volma Overton, Sr.
Overton served as the president of Austin's NAACP chapter from the 1960s through the 1980s. Through his advocacy, Overton helped end segregation in schools across Austin.
The mural was unveiled Monday by artist Kyle Holbrook.
"Mr. Overton was an integral part of the reason why Austin is the way it is today as far as being diverse and eclectic community," Holbrook said.
During his time with the NACCP, Overton organized picketed marches on segregated businesses and helped integrate Bastrop State Park. He also walked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the march from Selma to Montogomery.
If you want to take a closer look at the mural, you can see it in the Bouldin Creek area on West Johanna and South First streets.