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    Dedication of a New Historic Marker Recognizing Marcus Garvey

    Friday, June 26, 2026

    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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    Boy's & Girl's Club: Greater Hampton Roads Unit

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    06/26/2026 10:00 AM 06/26/2026 11:00 AM America/Anguilla Dedication of a New Historic Marker Recognizing Marcus Garvey Join us for the dedication of a new historic marker recognizing the legacy of Marcus Garvey and the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA) in Newport News. This special ceremony commemorates the impact of Marcus Garvey’s movement and the important role the UNIA played in empowering African Americans and fostering community, economic self-sufficiency, and cultural pride. The new marker will help preserve and share this significant chapter of Newport News history for future generations. The dedication ceremony is free and open to the public. Community members, local leaders, historians, and visitors are invited to attend as we honor this important piece of our shared heritage. We h... Details & Tickets: https://www.upcomingevents.com/norfolk/events/boys-girls-club-greater-hampton-roads-unit/dedication-of-a-new-historic-marker-recognizing-marcus-garvey-672293?ref=uceaddevent Boy's & Girl's Club: Greater Hampton Roads Unit, 629 Hampton Avenue, Newport News, VA, 23607

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    Join us for the dedication of a new historic marker recognizing the legacy of Marcus Garvey and the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA) in Newport News. This special ceremony commemorates the impact of Marcus Garvey’s movement and the important role the UNIA played in empowering African Americans and fostering community, economic self-sufficiency, and cultural pride. The new marker will help preserve and share this significant chapter of Newport News history for future generations. The dedication ceremony is free and open to the public. Community members, local leaders, historians, and visitors are invited to attend as we honor this important piece of our shared heritage. We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate and recognize the enduring legacy of Marcus Garvey and the Universal Negro Improvement Association in Newport News.

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