Memorializing the Enslaved of Arlington Fundraiser

Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm UTC-04:00

Lyon Park Community Center | Arlington

Arlington Historical Society
Publisher/HostArlington Historical Society
Memorializing the Enslaved of Arlington Fundraiser
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Join us for an evening of art, poetry, music, and history to support our inspiring stumbling stone program and ensure the full history of Arlington is told. The Master of Ceremonies is Monique “Moe” Bryant, Arlington School Board Member and Executive Director of Challenging Racism.
All proceeds support the purchase of stumbling stones, research, and educational initiatives. Reserve your spot by purchasing tickets by March 12, 2026 to support this important fundraising effort!
Tickets: https://arlhist.org/mea-fundraiser/
Program Includes
Holly Karapetkova, past Poet Laureate of Arlington County
Teri Cross Davis, author of “A More Perfect Union,” winner of the 2019 Charles B. Wheeler Poetry Prize.
Live music performances
Project updates and future plans
Artwork raffle featuring an original piece by a local artist
Community conversation
Light refreshments will be served.
For more information contact – Susan Bornstein at [email protected]
Tickets: https://arlhist.org/mea-fundraiser/
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Lyon Park Community Center, 414 N Fillmore St,Arlington,VA,United States

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