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Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial
DiscoverPlaces to seeUnited StatesMarylandAnne Arundel CountyAnnapolis
Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial
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May 29, 2025
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The Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial in Annapolis, Maryland, is the only U.S. memorial that commemorates the actual name and arrival location of an enslaved African Kunta Kinte.
The memorial features a bronze sculpture of author Alex Haley reading to three children of diverse backgrounds, along with a Story Wall and Compass Rose, all symbolizing the enduring strength of African heritage and the importance of family history.
The memorial features a bronze sculpture of author Alex Haley reading to three children of diverse backgrounds, along with a Story Wall and Compass Rose, all symbolizing the enduring strength of African heritage and the importance of family history.
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