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WPFW 89.3 FM Radio will host a “Civil War to Civil Rights” event March 6 at the African American Civil War Museum, 1925 Vermont Ave NW, from noon to 6 p.m. There will be panel discussion and guided museum tours. Panelists will include, Clarence Lusane, Frank Smith, Dorie Ladner, Courtland Cox, Rev. Willie Wilson and Christopher Barry. Tickets cost $89.30. All attendees under 18can attend at no cost. The event is being held as a tribute to former D.C. Mayor Marion Barry.  For more information or to purchase tickets, call 1-800-222-9739.