Belle Grove, Inc. The National Park Service, Belle Grove Plantation, and The College of William & Mary are looking for descendants of the Shenandoah Valley's enslaved. Enslaved labor built much of the Valley's economy before the Civil War. We invite their descendants to help us share an inclusive history of the region. Who Are Descendants?Descendants are anyone who shares an identity with persons formerly enslaved in the Shenandoah Valley. They are also anyone interested in saving and telling the history of enslavement. How Can Descendants Help Us?Descendants can help us decide which stories to research and tell. They can also help build the descendant community group. Get InvolvedAre you a descendant interested in getting involved? Contact us if you want to join. Public meetings are posted to our calendar. |
Last updated: November 13, 2024