Lantz Mill & Deaf History: A Presentation by Kathleen Brockway
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Discover the Untold Stories of Deaf History!
Join us for an exciting and insightful presentation by renowned Deaf historian Kathleen Brockway as she delves into the rich history of Virginia's Deaf communities.
Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim, 3610 Blenheim Blvd., Fairfax, VA 22030
Presentation Title: Echoes Through Times: Empowering the Community with Authentic Deaf History and Culture
- Learn about:
- - The Lantz Mills Deaf Village, a unique shared-signing community in the Shenandoah Valley.
- The legacy of George Richard Lee Turberville, one of the earliest formally educated Deaf individuals in the U.S.
- How early Deaf education in Virginia shaped communication and community.
- Efforts to preserve historic Deaf landmarks, including Turberville's former home and cemetery in Chantilly.
Bonus! Explore the Lantz Mills Deaf Village Traveling Exhibit at the Fairfax Museum & Visitor Center from April 9 - May 17, 2025. This immersive exhibit highlights a thriving Deaf community that existed for over a century.
Free and open to the public! ASL interpretation provided.
For more information, contact: Darren Marquardt, Executive Director - execdirector@nvrc.org
Voice: 703-352-9055
VP: 571-350-8656
TTY: 703-352-9056
General inquiries: info@nvrc.org
Don't miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect with Deaf history and culture!
See the Lantz Mills & Deaf History flyer for more information.