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Pocahontas Island Black History Museum

224 Witten St, Petersburg, Virginia 23803 USA

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“showcases over 200 years of Black history”

The Pocahontas Island Black History Museum, located on the historic Pocahontas Island in Petersburg, Virginia and a stone’s throw from the Appomattox River, was once a stop on the Underground Railroad. It is home to a treasure trove of artifacts and other historical items of interest that showcases over 200 years of Black history. Established in 2003 by Mr. Richard Stewart, a Black History and Civil War expert, Mr. Stewart delights in taking museum visitors on an oral journey of Black history in Petersburg, Virginia. The museum is a labor of love for him and he is passionate about preserving the history of the island for current and future generations.

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Lyly D.

What an incredible museum experience. It's solely run by Mr. Richard Stewart whose family has lived there for 12-13 generations. He's in his late 70s and I highly recommend making an appointment.... Read more

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Michael P.

Very interesting little house museum. This one is a little off the beaten path, but it's worth it if you really love Black history. The guide was super knowledgeable and also very nice. He was an... Read more

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Talisha F.

This was not worth the trip!! Extremely disappointing and I honestly don't know what I was looking at. The junk yard that was called the museum was closed (on a Saturday early afternoon) so we... Read more

Pocahontas Island Black History Museum

224 Witten St
Petersburg, Virginia
23803 USA
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