Title: Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial in Annapolis | Expedia.co.uk [Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Kunta-KinteAlex-Haley-Memorial-Hotels.0-l553248621533116849-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Annapolis](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Annapolis.d6034082.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Annapolis](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Annapolis.d6034082.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kunta-KinteAlex-Haley-Memorial.d553248621533116849.Car-Hire-Guide)[Annapolis Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Annapolis.d6034082.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial ![Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533116849/5d3268e9-9634-4f7e-8410-23fff1781171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533116849/5d3268e9-9634-4f7e-8410-23fff1781171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533116849/40a4162f-a9b9-4bbf-a8a2-49750e2e4813.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533116849/fa34b994-c1f4-4664-9441-ac72eb3d0eeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial featuring a statue or sculpture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533116849/4ed1a81c-a8e6-4f7d-9ff8-24e60c10ae9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kunta Kinte–Alex Haley Memorial Activities [Annapolis travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Annapolis.dx6034082) --- --- #### This moving memorial marks the spot where Kunta Kinte, the ancestor of author Alex Haley, was brought from Africa and sold into slavery. The Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial features a bronze sculpture of author Alex Haley reading his famous novel *Roots* to a group of listening children. Contemplate this ugly chapter from America’s history at this monument, which sits on the very spot where many enslaved Africans first touched down in the New World following a horrific journey by slave ship across the ocean. Take some time to contemplate the history of slavery in the U.S. at this memorial, which is dedicated to all who were trafficked into the New World against their will, as well as their descendants. The monument is also meant to serve as a symbol of the capability of the human spirit to survive and triumph over adversity. Examine the bronze figures. The seated male holding a book represents Alex Haley himself. Beneath him at ground level are three listening children of different ethnic backgrounds. Haley is recounting the story of his ancestors and of the many Africans who arrived in chains to the New World at the Annapolis port to be sold into slavery. Look for the sculpture wall next to the bronze figures. Read plaques inscribed with text providing further context about the memorial as well as quotes from Alex Haley’s best-selling novel, *Roots.* Take the time to read the quotes and internalize the messages behind them. Consider reading *Roots* in advance of your visit for an even deeper understanding of the memorial site. Haley’s book tells the story of Kunta Kinte, a Gambian man who was forcibly enslaved and transported to America in the 18th century. Though the Pulitzer prize-winning novel has been mired in controversy, with questions arising regarding its factual status and Haley conceding parts of the book were plagiarized, it remains one of the most influential texts of the 20th century. Find the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial at the City Dock Annapolis. 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