South Boston, Virginia: Henrietta Lacks Statue
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- Address:
- 100 Main St., South Boston, VA
- Directions:
- South end of town, in the little grassy triangle at the intersection of US-501/Main St. and Factory St.
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Henrietta Lacks Statue
Rare cells taken from dying Henrietta -- without her knowledge -- later enabled scientists to develop cancer treatments and vaccines.
Roadsideamerica.com Report... [06/21/2025]Visitor Tips and News About Henrietta Lacks Statue
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Lovely statue in Constitution Square. Easy to hop out and take a closer look.
[Susan M, 06/21/2025]Nearby Offbeat Places
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