Oral History - Practice Makes History© Training Workshop

The Montpelier Descendants Committee (MDC), in collaboration with the African American Heritage Alliance, Blue Run Baptist Church, Carver 4-County Museum, the George Washington Carver Regional High School Alumni Association (GWCRHSAA), Historic Germanna, James Madison Museum, Madison County African American Historical Society, Orange County African American Historical Society (OCAAHS), Orange County Historical Society, The Montpelier Foundation (TMF),  and the University of Virginia is pleased to announce an Oral History Training Workshop on May 2, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. 

Discover how to preserve personal and community stories through oral history. In this hands-on workshop, participants will review practical techniques for preparing, conducting, and recording meaningful interviews, helping you gain the tools and confidence to begin capturing stories that matter.  You will actively participate in how to ask questions, and how to start and keep the conversation going. While designed for previous workshop participants, new participants are encouraged to attend. Don’t forget to bring your workbooks!  Space is limited.