In this message, the Unit President describes a Democratic Party of Virginia reception to honor the legacy of civil rights activist, Ms. Barbara Johns, on the 20^th of February from 7:00-9:00 PM at the Barrel House at 140 Virginia St., Richmond.

“Barbara Johns was a brave 16 year-old high school student who organized and led her classmates in a strike to protest the substandard conditions at the segregated Prince Edward County Moton High School, in Farmville, VA….”  The completion of the description along with  ticketing and registration details are included in the message at the link above. Also, click here for an informative article describing the efforts of this activist.