Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County VA.

Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County VA. Preserving AA History, Researching Genealogy, and Educating the Public. Our library houses books that include European and American classics, U.S.

Join us in our mission of exploring the full story of African Americans, enslaved and free, who lived, worked, and whose footprints remain in Fauquier County. AAHA is an organization designed for the purpose of teaching a complete and accurate history of the United States by including the influences of African Americans, Native Americans of both North and South America, and European Americans. Tho

ugh our base is in Fauquier County, we have not limited our holdings and interests in this area. history, texts about native Americans and African-Americans. The merging of these peoples has led to the creation of a rich American mosaic. Our primary goal is to document the African experience in and upon our America and America’s interaction with the Africans. Our view of history is uniquely American – a culture of many colors. We teach this history in a non-biased approach that includes all ethnic and cultural groups.

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06/01/2026

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June 1st, 1942
Lt. George S. "Sparky" Roberts became the first Black American to command the 99th Fighter Squadron.

Records from AAHA’s Born Free and Emancipated database, πŸπŸ–πŸ’πŸ [cont.]✦ Each week we will post a selection of these record...
06/01/2026

Records from AAHA’s Born Free and Emancipated database, πŸπŸ–πŸ’πŸ [cont.]

✦ Each week we will post a selection of these records to feature the individuals listed, supporting our continuous initiative.

✦ You can find our complete database at https://www.aahafauquier.org/free-emancipated and additional resources at https://aahafauquier.catalogaccess.com/

✦ To learn more about these records, read our Born Free and Emancipated infographic post

06/01/2026

Fauquier County School Board Minutes

Date: 8/8/1940
School: Morgantown School, Rosenwald School, Calverton School, Re*****on School, The Plains School, Bealeton School

Bills presented to the Board include ones from: John Chichester for $30.00 for Janitor Service for month of June and $30.00 for Janitor Service for month of July, Lou Miles for $15.00 for wood for Morgantown School, W.H. Lewis for $132.25 for Salary - July, S. B. Weaver for $137.55 for unloading coal, Ca., Rem., Plains, Beal., A. D. Arrington for $485.69 for Lumber for shop at Rosenwald School, Culpeper Planing Mill for $275.94 for Material for shop at Rosenwald School.

05/30/2026

Fauquier County School Board Minutes

Date: 8/8/1940
School:

It was moved by Mr. Allen seconded by Mr. Neale that a committee be appointed by the Acting Chairman to plan the route for the additional negro school bus that is to be started at the beginning of this school term. This motion was carried and the Acting Chairman named as this committee Mr. W. D. Neale and the Superintendent.

05/29/2026

With Preservation Month and our Morgantown May coming to a close, this last feature focuses on today.
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Our conservation efforts are ongoing, as the path towards our vision is long and strenuous, requiring passion and support. We are confident that this site can be restored and once more offer a space dedicated to history and education. For more information on the Morgantown Schoolhouse project, visit https://www.morgantownschoolproject.org/

05/29/2026

The Circuit Newspaper, August 2, 1946, Vol. IX, No. 11
News from Hurleytown

St. John enjoyed a fine Mother’s Day Service, the sermon being by Rev. White from St. John 16:4.

On our rally Sunday Rev. Tyre gave an excellent sermon from John 12:33. There were visitors present from most of the neighboring churches, Washington and Baltimore. A bus load came over from Jeffersonton. Mrs. Alice Gordon helped with the rally and with the Willing Workers Club.

Mrs. Lillian Jones and Mrs. Mary Moore visited Mrs. Jones’ mother recently.

Mr. C. Davis recently visited Mrs. Belle Smith and Mrs. Catherine Bell.

05/28/2026

FAUQUIER JUNETEENTH VAULT
Freedom Has a Voice β€” Stories Untold Becoming History

In partnership with the Afro-American Historical Association (AAHA), Fauquier Juneteenth Inc. proudly launches the Celebrating 250 Time Vault β€” a living archive preserving the voices, histories, and legacies of Fauquier County through storytelling and community preservation.

This initiative builds upon AAHA’s extensive research and StoryMap documenting African American communities established during the Reconstruction era in Fauquier County. Together, we are ensuring these stories live on for generations to come.

We are calling on:
β€’ Families
β€’ Churches
β€’ Schools
β€’ Civic Organizations
β€’ Alumni Chapters
β€’ Neighborhoods
β€’ Legacy Institutions

If you are part of the fabric of Fauquier County, your story belongs in this Vault.

Participants will be professionally recorded and preserved in the Celebrating 250 Time Vault, documenting:
- Historical roots and beginnings
- The people and pivotal moments that shaped your story
- The legacy you hope to leave for future generations

Selected participants will also receive:
β€’ Dedicated space during the Friday, June 19, 2026 Juneteenth celebration at Eva Walker Park
β€’ Potential inclusion in the commemorative Juneteenth video
β€’ A summarized history featured on the Fauquier Juneteenth website
β€’ Permanent inclusion in this historic community archive

AAHA Research Workshops:
March 10, April 7, May 5, & June 9, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

We are honored to already have participation from families, churches, civic organizations, community leaders, and historic institutions helping preserve Fauquier County’s living history.

IMPORTANT: Spots are LIMITED at this stage and space is intentionally being kept small to ensure every participant receives the honor, time, and attention this effort deserves.

Registration: $150
Registration is NOW OPEN:
https://54rol88zewb.typeform.com/to/jcx8ljXL

Your Voice.
Your History.
Your Legacy.

05/28/2026

We continue celebrating by dedicating all of May’s to AAHA’s archives! Every Thursday throughout the month we will spotlight one of our preservation projectsβ€” taking a closer look and hearing directly from the staff members making it possible.
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πŸ“œArchive: Digital Map Center
πŸ”Presenter: Troy

05/26/2026

The Circuit Newspaper, August 2, 1946, Vol. IX, No. 11
News from HUME

Mrs. J. Poles is visiting in Harrisburg. Before returning home, he will also visit Cincinnati, Ohio.

Mr. P. Gibbs recently spent the weekend with his mother, Mrs. R. Gibbs.

Mr. And Mrs. L. Roberts were happy to have their daughter, Miss Mary Roberts, to spend the weekend with them.

Pvt. Lenza Cook, the son of Mr. And Mrs. F. Cook, is home with his honorable discharge. We are glad to have him back.

Mr. And Mrs. T. Young and son, Thomas Jr., spent the weekend with their mother, Mrs. Ann Young.

05/25/2026

Fauquier County School Board Minutes

Date: 7/2/1940
School:

At this time the matter of appointing a driver for the colored bus that is to be put on for the middle part of the county came up for discussion and the Board, upon motion by Mr. Neale seconded by Mr. Baxley and carried, decided to give this position to Wesley Washington.

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135 Main Street
The Plains, VA
20186

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Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

(540) 253-7488

Website

http://www.aahafauquier.org/

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