Historical Places and Landmarks
Tucker Family Cemetery and 1619 African Landing Memorial - Hampton, VA
The Tucker Family Cemetery is a historic African American burial ground, believed to be one of the oldest Black cemeteries in the United States. It is associated with the Tucker family, descendants of Anthony and Isabella Tucker, who are recognized as some of the first documented Africans in English North America. Located in Hampton, Virginia, the cemetery serves as a sacred resting place for generations of the Tucker family and the broader Black community, symbolizing resilience, heritage, and the enduring legacy of African Americans in the region.
Image of flower and cross over a grave in the historic Tucker Family Cemetery.
