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The Arlington Historical Society and the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington invite you to the unveiling of the first of a new series of “Stumbling Stones.” These bronze markers commemorate the lives of the enslaved people who helped build our county (and our country). The markers are placed in the sidewalk at the last known location where these enslaved people lived. Memorializing the Enslaved in Arlington’s research has revealed over 2750 enslaved people and identified 1050 by name.Please join us for the Dedication Ceremony honoring three once enslaved individuals
Margaret Hyson: Born ca 1825, Died July 11, 1891
George Hyson: Born ca 1851, Died June 1900
Charlotte Hyson: Born Nov. 10, 1853, Died June 9, 1921
We will be honoring them at the Northeast Corner of Little Falls Road and Harrison Street.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
5498 Little Falls Rd, Arlington, VA 22207-1524, United States
