We Stand for Justice: A Salute to African American Heroes of Newport News

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am UTC-05:00

110 Main St, Newport News, VA, United States, Virginia 23601 | Newport News

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We Stand for Justice: A Salute to African American Heroes of Newport News
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Join us at Main Street Library on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. for Newport News Public Library's annual We Stand for Justice event. We will honor local African Americans whose activism has produced an enduring historical legacy. Admission is free, no registration is required.
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110 Main St, Newport News, VA, United States, Virginia 23601

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