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Rich African American history is not forgotten in Franklin County
Warren Street’s heritage is celebrated every August in Rocky Mount
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ROCKY MOUNT, Va. – Rich African American history is embedded in the roots of Franklin County.
Every year in August, hundreds gather for live music at the farmer’s market in Rocky Mount to celebrate Warren Street’s heritage.
The tradition started 21 years ago by Darlene Swain, the great great granddaughter of Steven Warren.
He was a former slave who moved to the street which became a hub for Black families and businesses.
“He owned that whole hill,” Swain said. “And the store Brooks and Company right up there in the front. They all owned the businesses all the way down the street.”
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