local history Archives - White Plains Farm

Selected pages from the George White Journal (Library of Virginia), recording purchases made by Solomon Jackson.

The People of White Plains

Reading time:16 mins read
Post published:November 5, 2020
Post category:History & Genealogy
Post author:Libby Cook

This is Part 3 in the series, Against the Grain, by Libby Cook, about her research over the past few years to discover and tell the stories of the enslaved…

The Free Black Community in King George County

Reading time:10 mins read
Post published:September 15, 2020
Post category:History & Genealogy
Post author:Libby Cook

This is Part 2 in a new series, Against the Grain, by Libby Cook, about her research over the past few years to discover and tell the stories of the…

The Trouble with Sources: Finding the Enslaved Community at White Plains

Reading time:8 mins read
Post published:August 19, 2020
Post category:History & Genealogy
Post author:Libby Cook

This is Part 1 in a new series, Against the Grain, by Libby Cook about her research over the past few years to discover and tell the stories of the…

Archaeology Dig Day at White Plains

Reading time:3 mins read
Post published:May 26, 2019
Post category:History & Genealogy
Post author:Zach @ White Plains

Ever wanted to see or participate in an archaeological dig on a historic property? Here’s your chance!

Historic Garden Week

Reading time:4 mins read
Post published:April 23, 2015
Post category:History & Genealogy
Post author:Zach @ White Plains

Every year, the Garden Club of Virginia welcomes visitors to over 250 gardens, homes, and historic landmarks across the state for Historic Garden Week. This spring in Fredericksburg, the Rappahannock…