Jim Crow Museum Exhibit Gallery

Signage explaining historical context of Jim Crow era in relation to the exhibit pieces

Learn more about negative imagery during the “Jim Crow” era in American History.

If you have any pieces to donate to this exhibit, please email us at info@aahafauquier.org

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Statement:

We understand these objects may inflict offense through their embodiment of racist ideology by depicting stereotypical and discriminatory imagery and language. However, we hope to educate our community and encourage personal reflection through interacting and understanding the historical context of these objects, rather than ignoring them.