We are working to establish a memorial in Williamsburg that celebrates the rich history and accomplishments of our Black community.
On June 26, 1962, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. visited the Historic First Baptist Church Williamsburg to spread his message of non-violent resistance during the height of the civil rights era. King’s visit to the area was monumental and left a significant impact on the Greater Williamsburg community.
In the late 1980s/early 1990s, the City of Williamsburg pledged to honor the memory of Dr. King’s visit by erecting a memorial commemorating this historic event. Years passed and the momentum to see the memorial come to fruition fizzled out.
In 2018, with a renewed push from council members and community members to make sure this historic occasion got its just due, a committee was formed to not only establish a memorial to pay tribute to Dr. King but also recognize many other local community leaders and members over the years that have helped shape Williamsburg into the community it has become.
The Community Memorial will honor folks from all walks of life to include educators, faith leaders, business owners, and civic-minded individuals.
The MLK/Community Memorial Committee
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If you have questions about this fund, please contact Nancy Sullivan at [email protected]g or call 757-259-1660.