2024 Untold Stories at Patrick Henry High School
For over a decade, Untold Stories has provided a powerful platform for Ashland and Hanover County residents to share their lived experiences. Now in its eleventh year, this cherished community event is making an important move to a new venue—Hanover High School. On February 23, 2025, from 4-6 PM, attendees will gather at 10307 Chamberlayne Road in Mechanicsville, VA, to witness firsthand accounts of life in Ashland and Hanover County during the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s.
This year’s Untold Stories continues the tradition of amplifying voices that highlight the complexities of race, segregation, community, and education. Through an engaging oral history format, local residents will share personal narratives that shed light on our region’s past, offering lessons that remain profoundly relevant today. The program culminates in a stirring gospel choir performance led by Bubba Johnson, ensuring that the evening resonates not just in words, but in song.
A collaboration between the Downtown Ashland Association, Ashland Museum, Hanover County Black Heritage Society, and Hanover Arts and Activities Center, Untold Stories is a testament to the power of community partnerships. These organizations have come together once again to ensure that the voices of the past continue to inform and inspire future generations.
Ideal for adults and middle to high school-aged children, this free event welcomes all who wish to engage with history in a meaningful way. Past programs have left a lasting impact on attendees, and recordings of previous Untold Stories programs are available for purchase at the Ashland Museum for those who wish to explore the event’s rich history.
Join us as we gather as a community to listen, reflect, and celebrate the voices that have shaped Ashland and Hanover County. Mark your calendars for February 23, and experience the power of Untold Stories—a history not just told, but truly felt.