Black History Month Activities and Programs

Join the Lucy F. Simms Continuing Education Center [1] as we celebrate Black History Month in Harrisonburg. Below are a few of the upcoming programs that will be presented in the Simms Center Auditorium throughout February. For additional information on all of these programs feel free to call 540-437-9213 or contact Stephanie Howard at Stephanie.Howard@harrisonburgva.gov [2]. 

Sarah Madden:  1758-1824, Valley Connections to Montpelier

Location: Lucy Simms Center [1] 

She was born free, indentured at President Madison's family home, and an entrepreneur following emancipation.  Her son Samuel moved to Rockingham County in the early 1800's.  Join us for a talk about this amazing woman and her legacy.  This is a free event that takes place Thursday, February 8 at 7:00pm. 

One Room Schoolhouses and their Teachers

Location:  Lucy Simms Center [1]

Come out to listen as some local former students share their stories and educational experiences while attending one room school houses.  This is a free event that takes place Tuesday, February 13 at 2:00pm.

A Narrative of Events of the Life of Jourden H. Banks - An Escaped Slave

Location:  Lucy Simms Center [1]

In his own words, growing up enslaved near Port Republic, Virginia.  This is a free event that takes place Saturday, February 17 at 7:00pm.