Treasures of Virginia

The Lead Plate that Started a World War

In the second episode of this mini-series, learn about the Céloron Plate, one of the most important artifacts to survive from Virginia’s colonial period and a catalyst for a world war, featured in the Virginia Museum of History & Culture’s (VMHC) Treasures of Virginia exhibition. Hear the multi-layered story behind this object, its impacts on American history at large, and what is required to preserve such a delicate object. GUESTS: * Andrew Talkov, Senior Director for Curatorial Affairs at the VMHC EPISODE RESOURCES: * See the Céloron Plate on display in the Treasures of Virginia exhibition at the VMHC in Richmond. Plan your visit. [https://virginiahistory.org/exhibitions/treasures-virginia]  * Read more about the Céloron Plate in this article [https://virginiahistory.org/learn/celoron-plate] from the VMHC.

A Virginia Luminary and Her Writing Desk

In the first episode of this mini-series, learn about a writing desk owned by the Lynchburg poet and civil rights activist Anne Spencer, featured in the Virginia Museum of History & Culture’s (VMHC) Treasures of Virginia exhibition. Hear a reflection on the life and career of Anne Spencer, her literary and societal contributions, and the significance of this unique object. GUESTS: * Dr. Karen Sherry, (former) Senior Curator at the VMHC * Shaun Spencer-Hester, granddaughter of Anne Spencer and the Executive Director and Curator of the Anne Spencer House & Garden Museum EPISODE RESOURCES: * See Anne Spencer’s writing desk on display in the Treasures of Virginia exhibition at the VMHC in Richmond. Plan your visit. [https://virginiahistory.org/exhibitions/treasures-virginia]  * Learn more about Anne Spencer at the Anne Spencer House & Garden Museum in Lynchburg, Virginia. Book a tour. [https://www.annespencermuseum.org/]