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Mount Vernon to Honor Slaves at Memorial

This year marks the thirtieth anniversary of the Slave Memorial at Mount Vernon, which is placed on a burial ground on the estate.

Black Women United for Action and the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association will honor the slaves who lived and worked at Mount Vernon on Saturday. 

The event is free with the price of admission. It begins at 11 a.m. and will feature African drumming, music and dramatic readings to recognize the sacrifices and contributions of slaves. 

This year marks the thirtieth anniversary of the Slave Memorial at Mount Vernon, which is placed on a burial ground on the estate. 


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