Farmville, VA: This year’s Rev. L. Francis Griffin Lecture will feature Tucker-Boatwright Professor of the Humanities and President Emeritus at the University of Richmond, Dr. Edward “Ed” Ayers. The Griffin Lecture will take place on October 2nd, at 7:00pm inside the Moton Museum. Dr. Ayers will discuss the use of religious freedom in the emancipation of
Join us on October 7th from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at the Robert Russa Moton Museum as we commemorate 85 years of history and heritage. Built in the fall of 1939, this iconic building has been a witness to our community's journey through the civil rights movement and beyond. We’ll kick off with a brief
Mark your calendars and join us for Moton's Community Prayer Breakfast, Tuesday, October 8st, 2024. Our Community Prayer Breakfast stands as the museum's longest-running program, fostering community bonds through reflection and prayer. The breakfasts, sponsored by Centra Southside Community Hospital, offers a unique opportunity for individuals from all walks of life to unite in prayer,
Mark your calendars and join us for Moton's Community Prayer Breakfast, Tuesday, November 5th, 2024. Our Community Prayer Breakfast stands as the museum's longest-running program, fostering community bonds through reflection and prayer. The breakfasts, sponsored by Centra Southside Community Hospital, offers a unique opportunity for individuals from all walks of life to unite in prayer,
Join us at the Robert Russa Moton Museum on Saturday, November 9th, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for Profiles in Courage: Honoring Moton’s Veterans, a special panel discussion in recognition of Veterans Day. This program features a panel of Moton’s very own—Bob Hamlin, Charlie Taylor, Everett Berryman, Cornell Walker, and Chuckie Reid—Black veterans who
Join us for an afternoon of holiday fun at the Moton Museum! Enjoy festive snacks, toy giveaways, and snap a picture with Santa himself. This event is free and open to all—families, friends, and neighbors are welcome to share in the joy of the season with us. Sponsored by Farmville Jaycees and Moton Museum
The Robert Russa Moton Museum is thrilled to invite the community to its 13th Annual Holiday Social on Monday, December 9th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. This festive gathering, hosted by the Moton Council, is free and open to the public, offering an evening of celebration, reflection, and fun. This year’s Holiday Social will
Join us in celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Attend the annual MLK DAY Family Workshop for an engaging and family-friendly experience. Brought to you by the Robert Russa Moton Museum and the Longwood Center for the Visual Arts (LCVA). Enjoy a day filled with museum tours, interactive art activities, and a cozy reading corner
Together, we are better! Join the Longwood student-led event for a moment of solidarity and unity! On January 20th, 2025, at 2pm, the procession will begin at Radcliff Hall , and conclude at the Moton Museum, followed by closing remarks and fellowship lead by Dr. James J. Fedderman. Dr. James J. Fedderman was elected as
"In recent years, we’ve seen concepts and ideas that many valued and embraced, become controversial and even toxic. Schools, organizations, and corporations which aspire to build the beloved communities that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. envisioned, now walk on eggshells. What words can we say? What concepts can we explore? What topics are now offensive?
Join us for a night of elegance, pride, and celebration at the Moton Museum. The Harlem Nights Gala takes us back to a time of renowned creatives such as Josephine Baker, Bill 'Bojangles' Robinson', Paul Robeson, & Louis Armstrong, and shines light on the next generation of those who will impact their communities through art.
Step into the creative process as Waterworks Players and the Robert Russa Moton Museum invite you to an Open Rehearsal for Appropriate. Witness a scene from the play in development and engage in a behind-the-scenes discussion on staging, performance, and audience impact. Director Sean Dowse and Executive Director Cainan Townsend will explore the powerful themes
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