For Immediate Release: November 6, 2015

The public is invited to the dedication of the Leatrice Byrd Playground at Buchanan Park, 1501 Cameron St., on Saturday, November 14, at 8:30 a.m.  The dedication will be held rain or shine.

Leatrice Byrd lived her life as devoted mother always putting her children and those in the neighborhood first. The legacy of her family and the children of the Buchanan, Cameron, Boyle, and Princess Street neighborhoods were her proudest accomplishment. She lived a selfless life receiving happiness and joy by doing for others.

For additional information, contact Jack Browand with the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities at 703.746.5504 or jack.browand@alexandriava.gov.