Virginia Peninsula Community College is excited to present The Homage Exhibit on Feb. 5 at the Historic Triangle Campus in Williamsburg and Feb. 6 at the Hampton Campus.
Free and open to the public, the exhibit runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in room 110 at the Historic Triangle (4601 Opportunity Way) and the Peninsula Workforce Development Center in Hampton (600 Butler Farm Rd.).
The Homage Exhibit showcases more than 650 items from the private collection of Nia and Morris McAdoo of North Carolina. The “traveling museum” highlights African American history and culture from slavery to Barack Obama's election.
The collection features artifacts representing cultural icons, key historical figures Booker T. Washington, Shirley Chisholm, Frederick Douglass and more, as well as significant moments from the Civil Rights Movement. Artwork by artists such as Romare Bearden and Elizabeth Catlett is also featured.
Presented at VPCC in observance of Black History Month, the exhibit is sponsored by the DEI & Cultural Affairs Committee, Student Government Association, VPCC Educational Foundation and the Office of the President.
Black History Month began in the U.S. as a week-long observance in 1926 through efforts by historian and author Carter G. Woodson to raise awareness about African American history. In 1976, it expanded to a monthlong celebration and serves as a time to learn about Black history, honor notable figures and reflect on ways to promote equality.
Students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to experience The Homage Exhibit next month. For questions, call 757-825-2711.
Learn more about VPCC’s academic and workforce development offerings at vpcc.edu.