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African Landing Commemoration-Words Matter/Remembering the Enslaved (Hampton)
August 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
A lecture with Project 1619 and special guests on Thursday, August 27, 2026 from 6:00pm – 7:30pm at the Fort Monroe Visitor Center!
This segment of the African Landing Commemoration Symposium dives into the difference between historical terms, how they work differently when we tell the history, and why it’s important to use them appropriately.
The event is free and open to the public. SPACE IS LIMITED and registration is requested. Registered guests will be seated first.
Details
- Date: August 27
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Time:
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Event Categories: Audience - Family Event, Audience - Free Event, Event Location - Hampton, List - Cultural Events, List - Virginia History Events
- Website: https://fortmonroe.org/event/special-event-african-landing-commemoration-words-matter-remembering-the-enslaved/
Venue
- Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center / Casemate Museum
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30 Ingalls Road
Fort Monroe, VA 23651 United States + Google Map
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