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Small Business Series

History and Politics of the Black Entrepreneur in Virginia
2026-11-21 10:30:00 2026-11-21 12:00:00 America/New_York Small Business Series Join us as we celebrate National Entrepreneurship Month with a panel discussing the history and politics of Black entrepreneurs in Virginia. Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Saturday, November 21
10:30am - 12:00pm

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Join us as we celebrate National Entrepreneurship Month with a panel discussing the history and politics of Black entrepreneurs in Virginia.

Black Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners have had a presence in Virginia – and Alexandria – for over 200 years. Join us for a panel discussion of this legacy from the late 1700’s to present.

Registration is appreciated.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion |

TAGS: | Virginia250 | Small Business | National Entrepreneurship Month | Local History | black history | african american |

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
jcahill@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
Branch manager
James Cahill
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Wed, Oct 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 23 10:00AM to 5:00PM
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Sun, Oct 25 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Parking: No library parking lot.  Street parking is available.  A paid parking lot is available on the 100 block of North Alfred Street. 

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1 mile) and King Street Stations (1.1 miles). 
  • Metrobus: A11, A12, F19
  • DASH Bus: 30, 31, Old Town Circulator
  • King Street Trolley:  King & Columbus

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.

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