CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) — James Monroe’s Highland will host the third annual Highland Descendants Day on Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Led by the Highland Council of Descendant Advisors, this public event is for anyone working on or interested in the histories of slavery, the shared work of making our present and future more equitable based on historical knowledge, and collaboration in research. Participants will have the opportunity to share information, resources, and encouragement with others journeying on the same path.

“We are pleased to participate in this community event with the leadership of the Highland Council of Descendant Advisors,” said Highland Executive Director, Sara Bon-Harper. “We would like the public to feel very welcome to join us for the day.”

This event is free and open to the public. Guests will enjoy refreshments, music, resources, and stories. Space is available to display community resources and stories. For more information and to register please visit https://highland.org/event/descendants-day-at-highland-3/.