Birthplace of Dr. James W. Holley III
First African American Mayor of Portsmouth, Virginia
Born on November 24, 1926 to Mr. and Mrs. James W. Holley, Jr.
First elected to City Council June 11, 1968.
First elected to Vice Mayor July 18, 1978.
First elected to Mayor May 1, 1984.
Mayor of Portsmouth from July 1984 to December 1987. Mayor from July 1996 to present.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Government & Politics. A significant historical date for this entry is May 1, 1984.
Location. 36° 50.304′ N, 76° 18.286′ W. Marker is in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is in Olde Towne. Marker is on North Street just east of Green Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 622 North St, Portsmouth VA 23704, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Lincolnsville (a few steps from this marker); Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Matilda Sissieretta Joyner Jones (within shouting distance of this marker); Emanuel A.M.E. Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Ruth Brown (within shouting distance of this marker); Richard Dale, U.S.N. (within shouting distance of this marker); St. John's Church (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Saint Paul's School (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Portsmouth.
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