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Soul Liberty: The Evolution of Black Religious Politics in Postemancipation
That churches are one of the most important cornerstones of black political organization is a commonplace. In her new history of African American...
Speed or Strength?
Steel Drivin' Man: John Henry, the Untold Story of an American Legend
According to the ballad that made him famous, John Henry did battle with a steam-powered drill, beat the machine, and died. Folklorists have long...
The 100th Anniversary of The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The Battle of Five Forks
The Battle of Five Forks
The Battlefront in Virginia
The Brook Hill Collection
The Civil War
The Civil War at a Crossroads: The Seven Days
The Commonwealth and the Great War
The D.P. Newton Civil War Collection
The Deadliest Enemy?
The Devil’s Half Acre – Book Talk and Discussion with Kristen Green and Dr. Carolivia Herron
On September 19th, 2022, best-selling author and journalist Kristen Green joined Dr. Carolivia Herron to discuss the subject of Green’s book and...
The First Modern War?
The Great Partnership: Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson
This Banner Lecture on November 4, 2020 by historian Christian Keller tells the story of the unique relationship between Robert E. Lee and Thomas J...
The History Crisis in America: Myth and Reality
On July 9 at noon, Charles F. Bryan, Jr., delivered a Banner Lecture entitled "The History Crisis in America: Myth and Reality."
History occupies a...
The History of Virginia's Natural Bridge: "So Beautiful an Arch"
The House
The Jeffersons at Shadwell
On January 13, 2011, Susan Kern discussed her book, The Jeffersons at Shadwell. In her book, Susan Kern merges archaeology, material culture, and...