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Oct 30, 2017

Photos: A Peek At The Forthcoming Marion Barry Memorial Statue

The unveiling is slated for Barry’s birthday, which is March 6.

Mar 08, 2017

D.C. Council Is Marking The 40th Anniversary Of The Hanafi Siege

Two people were killed, and Marion Barry nearly died, when a group of radical black Muslims took 150 people hostage for two days.

Aug 17, 2016

Vigil Planned Tonight For Christopher Barry

The 36-year-old Christopher Barry died early on Sunday of an apparent drug overdose.

Aug 15, 2016

Christopher Barry, Son Of Marion Barry, Dies At 36

From an apparent drug overdose.

Nov 24, 2015

Mayor Bowser Announces Top Choices To Commemorate Marion Barry

The options include creating a statue, and naming things after him.

Nov 23, 2015

A Year Later, Tributes To Marion Barry Continue To Roll In

Mayor Muriel Bowser is expected to announce recommendations tonight for official tributes to the mayor-for-life.

Feb 10, 2015

Bowser Administration Expands Summer Youth Employment Program

To allow D.C. youths aged 22-24 to be included in the program.

Jan 05, 2015

Christopher Barry Files Papers To Run For His Father’s Ward 8 Council Seat

He’s one of 23—23!—candidates vying for his late father’s Council seat.

Dec 08, 2014

The Long Goodbye: A Fitting Final Send Off For The Mayor-For-Life

Three days of events culminated with a rousing, if not lengthy final memorial service for “mayor-for-life” Marion Barry on Saturday.

Dec 05, 2014

Marion Barry Travels Streets Of D.C. For A Final Time

Two memorial services are planned, one tonight and one Saturday.

 
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