Gloucester County’s 2024 commemorative ornament featuring the Gloucester Agricultural and Industrial Institute is now available.
For the past 25 years, the Gloucester County Historical Committee has chosen a historic location, person or event to commemorate with a keepsake ornament. The ornament may be purchased for $20 at the Gloucester Visitor Center, Gloucester County Library, Museum of History, and Treasurer’s Office. Custom made in the United States, the ornament is a limited edition with only 250 having been produced.
“Showcasing the Gloucester Agricultural and Industrial Institute continues to build awareness about the county’s dynamic African American history,” said Robert Kelly, Gloucester County’s Historic Resources Supervisor.
Known locally as Cappahosic Academy, the Gloucester Agricultural and Industrial Institute was established in 1888 by William Weaver with help from T.C. Walker, the Rev. John Booth, and other community leaders. At this time, Virginia’s public school sys...