We believe 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 and future. 

 

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. 

Award-winning Local Projects

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.

Meet our team

  • Tai Schell, PSY.D

  • Larissa O’Connor, MD

  • Emmett Marsh, PHD

  • Lana Vargas, ND, LAc

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