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Image for event: History of African Americans at Arlington National Cemetery
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History of African Americans at Arlington National Cemetery

Presented by the National Park Service

African Americans have been connected to Arlington National Cemetery since its origins as a plantation through the Freedman's Village to the trailblazers of the civil rights movement.

Learn about the connection of African Americans to Arlington National Cemetery from National Park Service Supervisory Ranger Kenya Finley-Jean, of the Civil War Defenses of Washington Division.  According to the Cemetery's website, "...the history of the Arlington property encompasses slavery, emancipation, segregation and civil rights. At the cemetery, gravesites and memorials honor the dedication and sacrifice of African American service members who served their country and fought for racial justice."  https://education.arlingtoncemetery.mil/Themes/African-American-History

Image of "Section 27"  courtesy of Arlington National Cemetery website.

Registration preferred.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion |

TAGS: | Virginia | History | Black History Month | African American History Month | #blackhistorymonth | #Blackhistory |

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
jcahill@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
Branch manager
James Cahill
Hours
Mon, Sep 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 24 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 26 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 27 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 28 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

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.

Upcoming Events

Book a Librarian - Applications Assistance
Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schedule time with a librarian on Thursday mornings to receive help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 AM and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
1000 Books Story Time - Story Times for ages 2-5
Thu, Sep 25, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5
American Style Mahjong - Learn and Play
Thu, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Second Floor
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Space is available for up to 12 players, so it's first come first served as game tables fill.
DIY Teens - Pressed Flower Jar Lanterns - Come on in for teen only craft projects!
Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Let's make pressed flower jar lanterns! All supplies will be provided for this DIY project.
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Sep 30, 10:30am - 10:45am
Youth Services Area
This Hispanic Heritage Month, start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish!
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:40am
First Floor,Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
One-On-One Computer Help - at the Barrett Branch
Tue, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area
Just for babies ages 0-12 months. Sólo para bebés de 0 a 12 meses.
Period Products 101 - Exploring Reusable and Disposable Options for Young People
Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
102 N. Fayette St.
Calling young minds 9 to 15 years old! Come to Ms. Moxie's Moon Shop to uncover the ins and outs of both disposable and reusable period products. Dads are encouraged to attend!
1000 Books Story Time - A Story Time for ages 2-5
Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5
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Carefull Knit & Crochet - Crafting for Good
Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making items to donate.
Dungeons and Dragons: Teen Group! - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages 14+. Develop and exercise your spanish conversation skills.
Banned Books Book Tasting - Get book recommendations and enjoy pastries!
Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Kick off Banned Books Week by celebrating the freedom to read with a Banned Books Book Tasting! Recommend your favorites and discover new books to try while eating pastries!
Sunshine Readers - An outside book club!
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Outdoors
Let's get some fresh air, explore Old Town, and talk about the latest books we've been reading!
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 10:45am
Youth Services Area
This Hispanic Heritage Month, start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish!
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Freedom to Read Bottle Cap Pins
Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Show off your Freedom to Read by making a bottle cap pin honoring frequently challenged books and words.
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area
Just for babies ages 0-12 months. Sólo para bebés de 0 a 12 meses.
Rescheduled
Hangul for Beginners
Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
New date Thursday, October 23, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Join this 3-part series with certified educator Byul Yim to learn Korean in a fun, small-group setting.
1000 Books Story Time - A Story Time for ages 2-5
Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5
American Style Mahjong - Learn and Play
Thu, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Second Floor
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Space is available for up to 12 players, so it's first come first served as game tables fill.
Dungeons and Dragons: Adult Group! - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Good Pet, Great Life! - Behavior 101 for Cats, Dogs, and Their Humans!
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Second Floor
AWLA's Behavior and Training Manager will provide tips for living harmoniously with your dog or cat at home, answer specific questions about your pet, and chat about AWLA's Alexandria Animal Academy.
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 10:45am
Youth Services Area
This Hispanic Heritage Month, start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish!
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Oct 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area
Just for babies ages 0-12 months. Sólo para bebés de 0 a 12 meses.
Painternoon - A monthly painting club!
Wed, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Second Floor
Let's paint at the library! Follow along to instructions to create the monthly painting or create your own unique work of art!
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