Thursday, December 22, 2022
Give a Warm Welcome to our new Museums Educator!
Join us in welcoming Ryan Clemens to the Virginia Beach History Museums family as our new Museums Educator!
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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Women’s History Month: Sarah Offley
While Captain Adam Thorowgood was the first of his name to come to colonial America in 1621, he came as an indentured servant.
Saturday, May 14, 2022
Women’s History Month: Susannah Stanford
While Argall Thorowgood II was the architect and builder of the Thoroughgood House (circa 1719) in present day Virginia Beach, he was unable to see his home finished. His wife Susannah not only finished construction of the house, but lived and raised their children there until her death in 1741.
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Colonial Pets
Ever wondered if the Thorowgoods owned pets on the property? While not much is known about that aspect of their history, there is a good amount of information about colonial pets in general!