The Augusta African American Historical Society is pleased to announce the unveiling of the Carrie Mays Monument.  This monument will be the 25^th one placed on Laney-Walker Boulevard.  Started by The Honorable Edward M. McIntyre, Augusta’s first African American Mayor, The History Walk continues to chronicle the exploits of many of the iconic African American figures in Augusta’s History.  The unveiling ceremony will take place on Saturday, July 30^th, 10 a.m., in front of A.R. Johnson Health Science and Engineering Magnet School.

Owner and operator of W.H. Mays Mortuary, Carrie Mays made history in 1970 when she was elected to the Augusta City Council—becoming the first woman on the Council and the first Black woman to serve on a city council in the entire Southeast. In office she courageously spoke out against corruption, especially in the police department and judicial system, and passionately worked to make the city more equitable for all. For more information about The Augusta African American Historical Society, please call Dr. Lillie Butler Johnson at 706-863-1391.