Abba & Frank Thornton: Making a Garden from a Thicket
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
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Strasburg, Virginia, United States
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This 30-minute program tells the inspiring story of Abba and Frank Thornton, who were enslaved by the Hites and became the progenitors of a 35-member family. Presented by a Belle Grove docent, the talk explores themes of freedom, resilience, and survival in early America.
Abba & Frank Thornton: Making a Garden from a Thicket
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
CommunityFree to attend
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Strasburg, Virginia, United States
About
This 30-minute program tells the inspiring story of Abba and Frank Thornton, who were enslaved by the Hites and became the progenitors of a 35-member family. Presented by a Belle Grove docent, the talk explores themes of freedom, resilience, and survival in early America.
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