Open House Wednesday for BB&T Exhibit of Alexandria 'Living Legends'

BB&T Bank will host an exhibition of portraits of African American and women Living Legends of Alexandria at its Old Town branches. The portraits will be on display through Jan. 2 at 1717 King St. and 300 S. Washington St. The branches are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Fridays.

The bank will host an open house for the exhibition Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at its branch at 1717 King St.

Here’s more about BBT and the exhibition, from Living Legends:

Speaking of the collaborative effort between BB&T and Living Legends, BB&T vice president Tina Townsend said “BB&T is honored and privileged to display the Living Legends Collection in both of our Old Town locations. It truly is a remarkable collection that reflects the heart of our community.” LLA president Pam St. Clair commented, “Living Legends make a huge difference in Alexandria. We appreciate the opportunity BB&T is giving us to make others more aware of all the Legends have contributed to the quality of life in our community.”

The deadline to submit nominations for 2015 Living Legends is Oct. 15. For more information, visit www.AlexandriaLegends.com.

PHOTO: BB&T Bank, 1717 King St.