Celebrate African American History with the Louisa County Historical Society this February. We have educational events suitable for the whole family. Hope to see you there!

 Embark on a fun-filled history adventure as we explore Black History in Louisa County! Get excited for hands-on children's activities, observe a hearth cooking demonstration, and visit our one-room schoolhouse! 

Saturday, February 8th

10 am - 1 pm

Hop on the bus to Farmville Virginia’s former Robert Russa Moton High School, now a National Historic Landmark and museum, where 16 year old Barbara Johns led the 1951 student walkout which paved the way for Brown v. Board of Ed. 

Saturday, March 1st

11 - 6 pm

$25 for adults

$12.50 for children

Join us for a workshop focused on tracing lineages back beyond the Civil War into slavery. We'll highlight sources you can use to uncover individuals after emancipation and the best ways to bridge back into enslavement.  

Friday, February 21st

11 am - 2 pm