February 2018


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Celebrate Black History Month

Information provided by Kim Sicola, Recreation Manager

February is recognized as Black History month here in Henrico. Did you know that the County has multiple sites you can visit on a regular basis and programs throughout the month of February you can attend and learn about Black History? We have compiled a list of the top five places and events you should check out in the coming month:


    Virginia Randolph Museum
  1. Virginia Randolph Museum-2200 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA
    a. This museum was created in memory of Virginia E. Randolph, a renowned Henrico County educator. Learn about her teaching career in Henrico, how she became Superintendent for all the Black schools in Henrico and how she dedicated over 50 years of her life to educating the African-American community.
    b. The museum is open to the public on Sunday from 1-4 p.m. or by appointment. Call (804) 652-1475 to schedule a tour.
  2. Dabbs House Museum- 3812 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA
    a. African Americans in Eastern Henrico is a free program put on by Recreation and Parks as part of Black History month. This program takes place at Dabbs House and allows you to discover the impact African Americans had in eastern Henrico County.
    b. The museum is open to the public Wednesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment on Monday and Tuesdays.

    3. Echo Lake- A Place to Meet, A Sense of Community
  3. Echo Lake (5701 Springfield Road) and Spring Park (2000 Park Street)-
    a. Echo Lake was bought by Jacob E. Lewis, an African-American farmer and preacher back in 1909. Serving as a popular recreation area in the 1920's for the African-American community, everyone can go and enjoy the scenery of this Henrico Park.
    b. Spring Park is the oldest park in Henrico. Come here to see interpretive exhibits on the history of the slave uprising known as Gabriel's Rebellion.
  4. Twin Hickory (5001 Twin Hickory Road) and Tuckahoe (1901 Starling Drive) Libraries-
    a. Twin Hickory Library- Soul Of A Community: Richmond African American History (Thursday, February 15, 2018, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM) During this presentation by The Valentine Museum, we'll explore how African Americans in Richmond have defined the city and influenced the nation as we move from early settlement and the slave trade to the establishment of businesses and communities. Part of the Dr. Bob Singer Senior Series sponsored by the Friends of Twin Hickory Library.
    b. Tuckahoe Library- Trusty Servants: The Life & Work of Enslaved Manservants to the Presidents (Thursday, February 15, 2018, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM) Emmanuel Dabney of the Petersburg National Battlefield will provide an interesting look at the challenges and issues faced by several of the slaves used as personal servants by Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe.
  5. Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia- 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23220
    a. Venturing out of Henrico, the City of Richmond has a permanent collection of records commemorating the lives and accomplishments of Blacks in Virginia.
    The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday by appointment only.

You can also find a complete list of locations and events dedicated to Black History by clicking on each of the links below: