PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Throughout Black History Month, 10 On Your Side is sharing stories from across the Commonwealth of Virginia highlighting projects that are working to expand the narratives of Black History.
From the foundation of America to the future of newer offices within Virginia, 10 On Your Side’s Kara Dixon looks into how these projects and stories can help expand the understanding of how the past influences the present.
New reports will be premiered every Tuesday and Friday throughout February.
This story features the ongoing work at Monticello and Montpelier to tell more inclusive stories of all those who lived at the plantations.
To learn more about Monticello, click here.
To learn more about Montpelier, click here.
To learn more about the Montpelier Descendants Committee, click here.
To learn more about Gayle Jessup White’s book mentioned in this story, click here.
