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ariel view of Memorial
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Sanjay Suchak

The Memorial was built to honor the lives and legacies of the enslaved laborers at UVA. A virtual tour highlights these stories. A timeline shows the process of Making the Memorial.   

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Memorial Opening
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Rick Stillings

The community of enslaved laborers and their descendants are the heart of the Memorial. An interactive community cloud memorializes the laborers. An introduction to the Descendant Community highlights their collective voice.

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Isabella Gibbons
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Boston Public Library

The Memorial is one part of the University’s efforts to recognize and acknowledge its history. A timeline traces the events of Isabella Gibbons that sheds light on one laborer’s experience.

The Memorial is ADA accessible and open to the public. Plan a visit.

Learn about the stewardship and giving that supports the Memorial. See resources for educators.