Hampton Roads Happenings: Virginia Beach Coin Show, Cornland School history and more
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In 1902, a small school was built by the hands of free and former slaves using materials from the dismal swamp
The restored Cornland School, built by freed slaves in 1903, will offer exhibits detailing its impact.
Located off Highway 17 near the Great Dismal Swamp, freed slaves built the school in 1903 to teach Black children in what was then Norfolk County.
City Manager Christopher Price and Budget Director Jonathan Hobbs presented the proposed budget to City Council members last week during a work session. Residents have the opportunity to weigh in on the budget throughout April during upcoming work sessions ahead of the regular council meetings.