Discover the many roles African Americans played in the 150+ year history of the Dabbs House. Learn about the Dabbs’ family slaves and Perry Parks, the enslaved valet of General Lee. Meet an African American Civil War soldier, who will share his role in the Battle of New Market Heights. Hear about how the county […] Continue reading African Americans at Dabbs
All ages. Fourteen African-American soldiers received the Medal of Honor for their heroism in combat at New Market Heights. During the course of the Civil War, only 18 Medals of Honor were earned by black infantry soldiers. Come see the place where it happened and learn about how the battle unfolded near the 152nd anniversary […] Continue reading Tour of New Market Heights
All ages. Discover the many roles African Americans played in the 150+ year history of Dabbs House. Learn the latest information discovered during four separate 15 minute presentations. Learn about the Dabbs’ family slaves, Perry Parks, the enslaved valet of General Lee, and the residents of the almshouse. Meet an African American Civil War soldier, […] Continue reading African Americans at Dabbs
All ages. Tour the museum and learn more about the role African Americans played in the history of this historic building. Go on four separate 15-minute tours that include the Dabbs’ family slaves, the Battle of New Market Heights, African Americans at the almshouse and Robert E. Lee’s slave, Perry Parks. Information: den63@henrico.us or (804) […] Continue reading A Hidden History: African Americans at Dabbs
Civil War buffs and novices alike can get a front-row seat at the remaking of a key moment in American history. For info & to watch a sneak preview click on Continue reading Henrico set to mark 150th anniversary of historic battles Sept. 27-28