Original African American Cemetery Historic Marker
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Original African-American Cemetery historic marker (Route 11 near junction with S Main St) Lewis was likely buried at the original cemetery, as were other women and men who were enslaved, emancipated, and served as the first Black voters in the Rockbridge area in 1867. The original school building closed in 1965 following desegregation.
- Where
- 525 Arpia St, Lexington, VA 24450
About
Original African American Cemetery Historic Marker. The actual cemetery was located near the corner of Washington and Lewis Streets near the current Lexington City Hall.