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Camden Thomason, the Shockoe Institute’s Program Assistant, on the path that led her to the Institute.

“I have long been interested in history and in understanding how decisions made years ago continue to shape the world we live in today

Dr. Megan Shockley, the Shockoe Institute’s Consulting Historian, on a phrase that remains with her. Read her full response below.

“I think that Nell Painter’s definition of ‘soul murder’ is critical to understanding th

Looking to get involved? Become a volunteer at the Shockoe Institute and help us put history to work to improve our civic life. Volunteer Associates work alongside our staff to welcome visitors, support learning in The Lab, and help staff programs an

We want every visitor to leave the Shockoe Institute with a clearer understanding of the enduring impact of American racial slavery and with a deeper recognition of human agency in the face of brutal systems.

As Dr. Gregg Kimball reminds us, the jou