A vibrant district, full of bustling businesses and large neighborhoods. It’s essentially the heart of African American heritage in SWVA, visited by national black celebrities and also considered home for other noted blacks. This 18-minute episode goes through the timeline of the Gainsboro district and it’s importance in the Roanoke Valley.

Gainsboro: Roanoke’s Black community

A monthly podcast series that looks into Southwest Virginia from the first pioneers up through the 21st Century. Every episode discusses about the different individuals, places, and events that changed this backcountry's history, which includes some of Americas greatest people and events in US history.

Email (to share or comment on episodes): benthehistorian1@gmail.com

History

A monthly podcast series that looks into Southwest Virginia from the first pioneers up through the 21st Century. Every episode discusses about the different individuals, places, and events that changed this backcountry's history, which includes some of Americas greatest people and events in US history. Email (to share or comment on episodes): benthehistorian1@gmail.com

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