Barbara Johns’ courage began here in Farmville, and her legacy will soon stand in the U.S. Capitol beside George Washington. This Cardinal News feature reflects on how our community’s history
Farmville’s New Strides in History

Barbara Johns’ courage began here in Farmville, and her legacy will soon stand in the U.S. Capitol beside George Washington. This Cardinal News feature reflects on how our community’s history
On Friday, September 12, 2025, the Robert Russa Moton Museum came alive with a full day of community partnership and learning through the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience. With the support
Dear Educators, As the 2025–2026 academic year begins, the staff at the Robert Russa Moton Museum is pleased to offer a variety of no-cost learning opportunities for you and your
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The Robert Russa Moton Museum will be closed to the public for routine maintenance beginning tomorrow, July 16th through Friday, July 18th. We look forward to welcoming you back when
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The Robert Russa Moton Museum will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen on Saturday, July 5th from 12pm-4pm, and encourage you
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2022 gifts helped us engage with more than 20,000 individuals via our onsite and offsite programming.
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