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Reading the Land: Nat Turner’s Prophetic Geography and the Landscape of Rebellion

By Connie Chapman Posted on 07/09/2026 Posted in
Reading the Land: Nat Turner’s Prophetic Geography and the Landscape of Rebellion

Lecture presented by Dr. Shana L. Haines On August 21, 1831, Nat Turner led the deadliest slave rebellion in American history. The standard accounts tell us when and what happened. This talk asks a different question: how did Turner know …

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Rainbow Productions Presents: Footsteps in History

By Stephanie Kensicki Posted on 05/15/2026 Posted in
Rainbow Productions Presents: Footsteps in History

Rainbow Productions Presents: Footsteps in History

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BORN FROM CONFLICT: a 17th-Century Living History Event at St. Luke’s Historic Church & Museum

By Stephanie Kensicki Posted on 05/15/2026 Posted in
BORN FROM CONFLICT: a 17th-Century Living History Event at St. Luke’s Historic Church & Museum

BORN FROM CONFLICT: a 17th-Century Living History Event at St. Luke’s Historic Church & Museum

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8 Rainy Day things to do in Genuine Smithfield and Isle of Wight County

By Stephanie Kensicki Posted on 03/02/2026 Posted in
8 Rainy Day things to do in Genuine Smithfield and Isle of Wight County

As much as we try to offer only clear skies and sunshine in Genuine Smithfield, sometimes the weather just doesn’t cooperate. But don’t let it dampen your spirits. There’s still plenty to do! #1 Smithfield & Isle of Wight Visitor …

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Explore Smithfield before your trip

By Stephanie Kensicki Posted on 03/02/2026 Posted in
Explore Smithfield before your trip

Presented by the Isle of Wight County Museum

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African American History in Smithfield & Isle of Wight County

By Stephanie Kensicki Posted on 03/02/2026 Posted in
African American History in Smithfield & Isle of Wight County

Itinerary: The Contribution of African Americans in Smithfield & Isle of Wight County

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Colonial Times to the Present: an Itinerary in Smithfield, Virginia

By Connie Chapman Posted on 03/02/2026 Posted in
Colonial Times to the Present: an Itinerary in Smithfield, Virginia

A Group Tour Itinerary of Smithfield, Virginia

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History Buff Itinerary

By Stephanie Kensicki Posted on 03/02/2026 Posted in
History Buff Itinerary

A History-Lover’s Dream Destination

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Juneteenth Celebration

By Stephanie Kensicki Posted on 02/26/2026 Posted in
Juneteenth Celebration

Juneteenth Celebration

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Un/Bound: Free Black Virginians, 1619-1865

By Stephanie Kensicki Posted on 02/26/2026 Posted in
Un/Bound: Free Black Virginians, 1619-1865

Un/Bound: Free Black Virginians, 1619-1865

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