Description
VFH AFRICAN AMERICAN PROGRAMS
Transforming the Teaching of History
In July 2014 VFH African American Programs will sponsor two, three-day professional development sessions for Virginia’s social studies teachers, supervisors, and librarians
Think Historically, Act Locally: Using Nearby History in Classrooms and Museums seeks to renew interest in local and state history by establishing connections between educators, Virginia's African American historic sites, and members of Virginia Africana The Network of Museum, History & Preservation Professionals.
‘Think Historically, Act Locally is a wonderful opportunity for teachers to learn about the various resources that are available throughout the Commonwealth to reinforce their knowledge of Virginia's African American history.’ DR. LAURAMETT LEE
Through local site visits, educators will be able to supplement their understanding of Virginia and African
American history using a method known as Historic Environment Education. This method uses primary sources to provide an active educational experience.
TOUR 1: From Slavery to Freedom: JULY 9-11, 2014
Virginia Historical Society (Richmond)
Maymont Museum (Richmond)
Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church (Richmond)
Hampton University Museum (Hampton)
Colonial Williamsburg (special presentation)
Alexandria Black History Museum / Alexandria Archaeology (Alexandria)
Laurel Grove School (Alexandria)
Afro-American Historical Association of Faquier County (The Plains)
Tour 2: Resistance: July 21-23, 2014
Reynolds Homestead (Blacksburg)
Booker T. Washington National Monument (Hardy)
Legacy Museum (Lynchburg)
Robert Russa Morton Museum (Farmville)
Jefferson School African American Heritage Center (Charlottesville)
