The Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum will be the venue for Hidden Nurses, a compelling lecture by Dr. Victoria Tucker, on Thursday, March 27, from 7 to 9 p.m. Dr. Tucker, a nurse and public historian, will share her groundbreaking research on the history of African American nursing students in Albemarle County, Virginia.
While pursuing a Ph.D. in Nursing at the University of Virginia (UVA), Dr. Tucker uncovered the remarkable story of African American nurses who, despite being barred from attending UVA, pursued their careers through the segregated J.P. Burley High School. Through extensive research involving archival materials, oral histories, and material culture, she has shed light on their struggles and triumphs. Dr. Tucker’s work has led to a formal apology from UVA and the dedication of a memorial bench and natural space in their honor.
Presented by the City of Alexandria’s African American History Division, part of Historic Alexandria, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore a critical chapter in the history of healthcare and racial justice.
Event Details:
Where: Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum, 201 South Washington Street
When: Thursday, March 27, 7–9 p.m.
Tickets: $12 per person, $10 for Historic Alexandria members
Purchase tickets: alexandriava.gov/Shop
For reasonable disability accommodation, contact Nicole Quinn at historicalexandria@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.4554, Virginia Relay 711.
If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available to you, please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703-746-3960.
About the Office of Historic Alexandria
The Office of Historic Alexandria preserves and shares the history of the City of Alexandria with eight museums, historic sites, archives, archaeology, tours, exhibits and public programs. Through powerful storytelling and confronting the City’s past, Historic Alexandria enriches the present and inspires the future. We enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors and serve as a partner in the City’s equity and inclusion initiatives. For more information, visit alexandriava.gov/Historic.