By Matt de Simone
A free community event took place on Saturday, June 21, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wilson Warehouse/Community House at 421 Lowe Street in Buchanan. Attendees enjoyed an afternoon of music, storytelling, and light refreshments.
Cheryl Sullivan Willis gave the event’s statement of purpose. Kathy Johnson read the Emancipation Proclamation before Teresa Hamm provided musical entertainment. Roblyn Brand of the Historic Greenfield Advisory Council told the story of “Jack, Enslaved in Botetourt County.” Additionally, Curtis Brown presented guests with information about History of Jeanes teacher L.M. Gibbs.
The event provided an opportunity to learn more about Historic Greenfield, an important part of Botetourt County’s heritage. Additional information is available at www.botetourtva.gov/historicgreenfield.
The program was presented by the Historic Greenfield Preservation Advisory Council, the County Wide League, and Botetourt County. For more information about the Historic Greenfield Preservation Advisory Council, visit www.botetourtva.gov/histoicgreenfield.
