October Program: Brenna Geraghty from Preservation Virginia – 350th Anniversary of Bacon’s Rebellion and the Burning of Jamestown with Genealogical Insights

In 1676, Bacon’s Rebellion rocked the Virginia colony. The uprising was in part an aftershock of the English Civil War, and in part an act of terrorism toward Virginia’s Indigenous communities. This lecture will explore the legacies of individuals involved in all sides of the Rebellion, and how their actions can still be felt throughout Virginia 350 years on.

Brenna Geraghty is a public historian and Education Manager for Preservation Virginia, where she has worked since 2020. She is a 2015 graduate of VCU’s School of World Studies. Her background in archaeology and museum work has a strong focus on Surry County, particularly in relation to the lives of everyday Virginians. Brenna is passionate about the representation of women, children, and minorities in museum interpretation, and has contributed to the Journal of Slavery and Data Preservation.

Register at https://tinyurl.com/GRIVABaconRebellionOct2026