Kate Waller Barrett was born in Stafford County, Virginia on her family's estate, "Clifton". When she died at her home on Duke Street in Alexandria in 1925, the flag over the state capitol flew at half-mast.
Historical Timeline
1794
07/24/1794
The Alexandria Library Company was founded on July 24, 1794, at John Wise's house.
1937
08/20/1937
Kate Waller Barrett Library was founded
08/20/1937
Kate Waller Barrett Library was built
08/20/1937
Kate Waller Barrett Library opened at 717 Queen
1939
08/21/1939
One of America's first sit-ins took place at Alexandria Library on August 21, 1939.