Presented by Alvin Elliott ’91, Pat D. Price ’95, ’05 MEd, and Nancy Blackwell Marion.

According to the Fifth Street Community Development Corporation, “Fifth Street means different things to different people depending on who they are or how old they are.”

The Fifth Street Corridor began its development in the early 19th century as a gateway to Lynchburg, connecting the booming town with points westward as evidenced by transportation-oriented businesses of the period. During the late nineteenth century, Fifth Street served as the site of uses that would seem incompatible. It hosted high-end residential areas for Lynchburg’s white population while at the same time serving as the principal scene of commerce for the area’s African-American community.

Through a presentation, including an array of historic photographs, learn about the corridor’s history and current revitalization, including the construction and unveiling of the M. W. Thornhill statue.

The University of Lynchburg’s LIFE@Lynchburg program offers not-for-credit learning opportunities for community members aged 50 and older. The program features weekly presentations on a variety of engaging topics, taught by current and retired faculty and staff members or area educators and presenters.

Our payment and membership options and benefits provide access to a range of on-campus amenities.

• Semester pass: $85
• Semester Virtual Membership: $49
• Annual Membership: $150
• Annual Virtual Membership: $79
• Single Event Pass: $12

Learn more about our different membership options.