African Americans have unequivocally been a major force in the sustaining the economy of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation. Africans were brought here for their knowledge and to serve as a workforce. Over time, African Americans have influenced progress and been a vital force in the workplace, despite discrimination, poor working conditions and unequal compensation.
The Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia has a long and committed history of preserving the stories and amplifying the voices of the Black community in Virginia and beyond. This exhibition, curated from the BHMVA’s archives, will serve as a survey of the history of labor in Virginia.
