Bluemont in Arlington in Arlington County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

Ellen Bozman

A Visionary

Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 11, 2023

1. Ellen Bozman Marker

Inscription.

"She had a vision to see a different world and to work with others to bring it about."

Ellen's Trace is dedicated to Ellen Bozman (1925-2009), a visionary Arlington leader for nearly six decades. Her warmth, generous spirit and unflagging compassion for the needs and interests of others are an inspiration.

This garden highlights the many issues and which she made a difference and left her mark on Arlington: Human Rights, Local Government, Urban Development, Health & Welfare, and Affordable Housing.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Civil Rights • Government & Politics • Women.

Location. 38° 52.787′ N, 77° 6.917′ W. Marker is in Arlington, Virginia, in Arlington County. It is in Bluemont. It is on Wilson Boulevard west of North Vermont Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4500 Wilson Blvd, Arlington VA 22203, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area

and in Northern

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Virginia.

It is also in the American South,

specifically in the Upper South,

and in the Mid-Atlantic.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

one of the original Thirteen Colonies,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Human Rights (a few steps from this marker); Urban Development (within shouting distance of this marker); Health & Welfare (within shouting distance of this marker); Peck Chevrolet (within shouting distance of this marker); Ball's Crossroads (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Lacey Car Barn (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Blue Goose (approx. 0.2 miles away); Welburn Square (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Arlington.

Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 11, 2023

2. Ellen Bozman Marker

Local Government sign image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 11, 2023

3. Local Government sign

Ellen Bozman was deeply committed to public service. An inspiration to many, she held numerous leadership roles, including 24 years on the Arlington County Board (1974-1997). She believed government should be progressive, open, inclusive, and improve the lives of other.

Affordable Housing sign image. Click for full size.

By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 11, 2023

4. Affordable Housing sign

Ellen Bozman believed the opportunity to live in Arlington should be available to all. She was a strong advocate for affordable housing and worked hard to preserve and produce housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents.

Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 12, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 254 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on February 12, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.