Black History Month
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Alexandria News
Alexandria Honors ASALH Northern Virginia Branch
ALEXANDRIA, VA — The Organizing Northern Virginia Branch of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH)…
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Who Bought Martha Washington’s Belongings? Tudor Place Has Answers That Change History
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of American independence, Tudor Place Historic House & Garden is…
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Backyard History
Black History Month at 100: Alexandria’s Enduring Place in the Story
By Artura Jackson, Assistant Director for the Division of African American History, Office of Historic Alexandria Alexandria, VA – In…
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Places to Visit in Alexandria During Black History Month
Alexandria, VA – Interested in seeing local historic sites during Black History Month? Here are five very unique places in…
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Why We Honor Black History Month
Alexandria, VA – While we are celebrating George Washington’s birthday this month, we must also remember it is Black History…
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Press Release
How Alexandria Is Celebrating Black History Month
ALEXANDRIA, VA-February is Black History Month. Each year, Alexandria finds new ways to celebrate. This year is no different Visit…
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Community News Alexandria Virginia
Vice Mayor Amy Jackson Encourages Alexandria to Reopen Office for Women
By Amy Jackson Alexandria, VA – February was Black History Month, recognized by the mayor and City Council with a…
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Press Release
Ways To Celebrate Black History Month in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The City of Alexandria invites you to join in on the celebration of Black History Month with…
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Community News Alexandria Virginia
Learn About Black History in Alexandria This February, Immersive Events Planned
ALEXANDRIA, VA – February is Black History Month. To bring about awareness and celebrate, Visit Alexandria today (Jan. 25) released…
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Press Release
Honoring the 6888th: The Only Black Female Battalion To Serve Overseas During World War II
By Joseph Reagan ALEXANDRIA, VA -During the First World War, Ralph Lindsey, my great-grandfather, kept a journal of his service…
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