Virginia Beach History Museum - Thoroughgood House

Description One of the oldest surviving colonial homes in Virginia Beach and a National Historic Landmark, the Thoroughgood House was likely built in 1719 by Argall Thorowgood II, great-grandson of Adam Thorowgood. A leader in the Virginia Colony, Adam Thorowgood helped establish Princess Anne County, which would later become the independent City of Virginia Beach.
Address 1636 Parish Road Virginia Beach, Virginia 23455
Website Virginia Beach History Museum - Thoroughgood House
Contact Ryan Clemens RClemens@vbgov.com
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Date(s) Thursday, Jan 26, 2023
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Witches In Virginia Tour
In North America, less than 10 witch bottles have been found. At the Thoroughgood House exhibit, one of the famed witch bottles is on display. It is believed that this repellant charm was used against the infamous Grace Sherwood, Witch of Pungo. Grace was one of few people ever convicted of witchcraft in the colony of Virginia. Come on a special tour discussing the history of witches in the colonies and Tidewater’s own Grace Sherwood. After the tour, make your own replica witch bottle.

10:30AM - 11:30AM Ages: 10+ 27/40
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