Civil Rights history in Virginia has a complicated legacy. As the home of the capital of the Confederacy, Virginia was the center of some of the hardest fought battles during the Civil Rights Movement. In fact, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People filed more lawsuits in…
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Virginia’s story is critical to the very fabric of American history, not only as the home of the first permanent English settlement, but also home to the longest continuous experience of Black history and culture in our nation. When the first enslaved Africans were brought to the shores of Hampton…
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Charlottesville is more than just a college town or the home of Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello. Recognizing the need for more open dialogues about race, history, diversity, and inclusivity, the Charlottesville Albemarle Convention & Visitors Bureau created Black Cville, a community-led initiative…
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With hundreds of wineries and breweries spread out around the Commonwealth, there are plenty of ways to get a taste of local flavors while visiting Virginia. The state also has a rich wine and beer history and was once home to the nation’s first Black-owned winery, Woburn Winery. Despite an…
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As the birthplace or adopted home of many African American artists, activists, and achievers whose contributions have shaped and strengthened the nation, Virginia is a veritable treasure trove of Black history. From Lynchburg-born astronaut Leland Melvin, to pioneering civil rights attorney and…
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Follow the path of the Civil Rights Movement on a trip through several unique towns. Check out our recommendations for your journey through the heart of Virginia. Day One: Appomattox & Lynchburg In Appomattox, Virginia, visit the Carver-Price Legacy Museum. The museum documents the history of…
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Virginia played a pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement, with its campuses, communities, and student activists shaping the fight for equality. This three-day tour through the state offers an immersive journey into the history of student-led efforts that challenged segregation, discrimination…
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Use this shopping guide* to support Virginia’s Black-owned stores and experience why Virginia stands for LOVE. *This list is not meant to be comprehensive but to highlight a few of the boutiques and shops that help make Virginia a beautiful and inclusive place. Love Local: Regionally-Focused…
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The Commonwealth’s history is filled with important, complicated, and often painful stories of notable Black individuals and communities that shaped Virginia as well as the entire United States. Visit a few of these powerful museums and historic sites to learn about Virginia’s nearly 400 years of…
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Use this dining guide* to support Virginia’s Black-owned restaurants and experience why Virginia stands for LOVE. *This list is not meant to be comprehensive, but to highlight a few of the restaurants that help make Virginia a beautiful and inclusive place. Love Local: Regionally-Focused…
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