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Stories worth saving: How Roanoke librarian Virginia Lee fought to preserve Black literature

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Discover the inspiring story of Virginia Lee, the Roanoke librarian who courageously fought to preserve Black literature against all odds.

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WATCH: Recognizing strong men and women in Virginia history

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The legacy of preserving African American literature is being celebrated.

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Roanoke community members unveil historical marker for Gainsboro Library

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The library opened in 1921 with the largest collection of Black History in Roanoke.