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Mission

Our JOURNEY

Arrival

Arrival

The 1619 landing of the first enslaved Africans at the English settlement in Fort Monroe, present-day Hampton, Virginia.

Remembrance

Remembrance

In the quiet solemnity, we acknowledge, and remember those who are in endless sleep from their journey.

Jubilation

Jubilation

We rejoice, look back on the progress, and renew our energy to move forward in freedom's quest for all.

First Harvest

First Harvest

We gather to give thanks for the favor that comes from our labor and praise for what the earth gives us to sustain life.

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The African American Heritage Association of Virginia's vision is to cultivate and elevate awareness of African American Heritage through the collaboration of community members.

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to Sustain the Cultural
Stewards of Our Heritage.

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