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Anne Spencer House, Museum, and Garden
Internationally recognized as a poet of the Harlem Renaissance period, Anne was the first Virginian and first African-American to have her poetry included in the Norton Anthology of American Poetry. More»
Grant Deadline
African American Heritage Mini-Grant Deadline is February 1, 2008 more»
The story of Virginia cannot be fully understood without knowledge of the African-American experience. We must look into the lives of ordinary men and women, in slavery and freedom. Moreover, we must pay tribute to the special imprint left by people such as Maggie Lena Walker, John Mercer Langston, Booker T. Washington, Anne Spencer, Robert R. Moton, Vernon and Barbara Johns, and others like them. Their personal achievements are a source of inspiration to all Virginians.
Events
- Legacy Museum Jim Crow Exhibit
02/18 - 05/30 - Lynchburg, VA The Legacy Museum of African American History in Lynchburg will open its newest exhibit entitled: "Someday: The Fall of J... - Harrisonburg-Rockingham African-American Festival
05/10 - Harrisonburg, VA A celebration of African-American life and heritage featuring food, live music, crafts, activities for children, and educatio... - Governor Linwood Holton: Moton Museum Lecture and Book Signing
05/17 - Farmville, VA The Robert Russa Moton Museum is committed to the preservation and positive interpretation of the history of civil right... - View All African American Events Visit the VFH Calendar for more African American heritage events and ongoing exhibitions in Virginia.