The story of America is the story of the struggle to expand human freedom.
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The Shockoe Institute is a national organization headquartered in Richmond, Virginia dedicated to revealing the enduring impact of American slavery on our shared American experience.
Our historic headquarters
In Richmond, Virginia's Shockoe Valley – once an epicenter of the American slave trade – stands the Shockoe Institute. Our 12,300 square foot exhibition and educational space supporting our evidence-based scholarship and immersive storytelling is in Richmond’s historic Main Street Station.
Our innovative partners
Our designer is the award-winning Local Projects. Their interdisciplinary team's synthesis of creative technology and physical design is a potent combination to create signature design moments that engage visitors in ways they'll never forget.
Our world-class programs
By working with award-winning historians, filmmakers, artists, and policy experts, we are creating compelling interdisciplinary content that tells these stories through multimedia exhibitions, podcasts, documentaries, and more.