A special celebration honoring the legacy of former Gov. L. Douglas Wilder was held at Virginia Union University on Friday, Jan. 17, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. The event included a screening of the documentary “L. Douglas Wilder: Beyond Wilder Dreams,” a speech by Wilder and the presentation of a birthday cake.
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Wilder celebrates 94th birthday with tributes, jazz
Former Gov. L. Douglas Wilder’s 94th birthday was celebrated with heartfelt tributes at the State Capitol, a jazz concert and reflections on his groundbreaking contributions to Virginia’s political landscape