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Culpeper mayor reads Black History Month proclamation for February 2025
Summary
Mayor Frank Reeves Jr. read a proclamation recognizing February 2025 as Black History Month and highlighting African American contributions to Culpeper since 1749.
Mayor Frank Reeves Jr. read a proclamation designating February 2025 as Black History Month in the Town of Culpeper and urging the town to support individuals and groups recognizing local African American history.
The proclamation states that Black History Month “seeks to emphasize black history and its cultural contributions to American life” and notes that African Americans have contributed to Culpeper’s history “since the founding in 1749,” providing labor, skilled trade services, businesses, and civic engagement. The proclamation also recognizes the service of African Americans in U.S. conflicts beginning with the American Revolution.
Mayor Reeves concluded the proclamation by declaring February 2025 as Black History Month in the Town of Culpeper and asked the council and staff to acknowledge and support local individuals and groups commemorating the town’s African American heritage.
