Suffolk Virginia 250 American Revolution - Lafayette Historical Marker Unveiling (4-15-26)

This City of Suffolk, Virginia meeting on April 15, 2026, was held to unveil a new historical marker commemorating General Lafayette's role in the American Revolution as part of the Lafayette 250 campaign. The event highlighted the installation of the second marker in Virginia for the Revolutionary War series, funded in part by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, which supports historical marker grants nationwide. The marker installation was coordinated with Suffolk Tourism, Parks and Recreation, and local historical societies including the Daughters and Sons of the American Revolution. While the meeting focused on historical commemoration and community engagement, it included acknowledgments of the collaborative efforts and funding sources behind the marker project. No specific procurement contracts, bids, or budget allocations were discussed during the event.