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historical marker

Posted inCulture

Nelson Harris is Roanoke’s historical marker champion

Randy Walker. Photo by Michael Vest. by Randy Walker July 25, 2022July 24, 2022

So far, he’s been involved in getting six historical markers erected or approved in the Roanoke Valley with two more in the pipeline.

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Founder of public education in Virginia finally gets recognition in Lynchburg

by Joe Stinnett February 15, 2022February 19, 2022

Only Richmond has more historical markers to Black History.

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State approves historical markers for Martinsville Seven, others

Avatar photo by Cardinal Staff December 22, 2021December 22, 2021

Five new markers recognize civil rights history in Southwest and Southside.

Posted inCulture

Charlotte County remembers Black politician who was murdered on courthouse steps

by Lindley Estes October 18, 2021October 22, 2021

A historical marker will commemorate the life and death of Joseph Holmes, who rose from slavery to elected office.

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Clifton Forge recognizes pioneering scientist

Avatar photo by Dwayne Yancey September 25, 2021April 18, 2022

The town now has a historical marker about the first Black woman to receive a doctorate in zoology.

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