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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
Hours
Mon, Mar 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 21 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 22 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 23 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: 10A/B, 11C
  • 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 Journaling Meetup
Sat, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Second Floor
Join us to work on your book journal and share with others what you've added and read!
Crafty Kids - Art activities for ages 5+
Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
First Floor
Make and take craft activities for ages 6+
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Mar 25, 11:00am - 11:40am
First Floor
Fun that's just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
One-On-One Computer Help - at the Barrett Branch
Tue, Mar 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Appointments are available at 5 PM and 6 PM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Eco:mmunion - Conversations to Sustain People and Planet
Tue, Mar 25, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Looking for a space to talk about climate change and the things affected that we love? Join us for a monthly discussion focused on a relevant topic. Register to receive the materials suggestions.
Just Babies - Lap-sit time for ages 0-12 months
Wed, Mar 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
First Floor
Fun activities just for infants ages 0-12 months.
Book a Librarian - Application Assistance
Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schedule time with a librarian on Thursday mornings to receive help with computer-based projects. Appointments are available at 10 AM and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Alphabits Story Time - Letters H-L
Thu, Mar 27, 11:00am - 11:40am
First Floor
Practice your alphabet with stories, songs, yoga and more! Ages 2 and Up.
Understanding Reverse Mortgages
Thu, Mar 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Second Floor
Learn about reverse mortgages from a Home Equity Retirement Specialist.
American Style Mahjong - Learn and Play
Thu, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Second Floor
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays. Space is available for up to 12 players, so it's first come first served as game tables fill.
Crafty Kids - Art activities for ages 5+
Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
First Floor
Make and take craft activities for ages 6+
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Apr 01, 11:00am - 11:40am
First Floor
Fun that's just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
One-On-One Computer Help - at the Barrett Branch
Tue, Apr 01, 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.
All Alexandria Reads Book Discussion - "A Field Guide to Getting Lost" by Rebecca Solnit
Tue, Apr 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Second Floor
As a part of All Alexandria Reads, please join us to read and discuss our nonfiction selection "A Field Guide to Getting Lost" by Rebecca Solnit.
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