The Tragic Case of Virginia Christian: A True Crime Exploration
Schedule
Mon Mar 03 2025 at 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
120 Old Hampton Ln, Hampton, VA, United States, Virginia 23669 | Hampton, VA
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Join Us for a Riveting True Crime Event!Immerse yourself in a “living documentary, theater-in-the-round” dramatic experience from playwright Marie St. Clair.
Step back in time to 1912 and delve into the gripping story of Virginia Christian, the first woman in Virginia to be executed by electrocution. This event will feature actors reenacting the historical events surrounding the crime, followed by a guided discussion led by Dr. Colita Nichols Fairfax.
Discussion Topics will include:
• Was the murder premeditated?
• What role did the victim, Ida Belote, play in the events
leading to her death?
• Why was Virginia Christian executed instead of receiving a
life sentence?
Dr. Fairfax will share insights into Hampton’s Societal culture in 1912 and we will engage in thought provoking discussions about justice, race, and history. The evening will create a unique blend of historical reenactment and historical analysis.
Presented in partnership with the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Admission is free to museum members, $5 for non-members. Admission is at the door. Doors open at 6:30 pm.
The Hampton History Museum is located at 120 Old Hampton Lane in Downtown Hampton. There is free parking in the garage across the street from the museum. For more information call 757-727-1102 or visit www.hamptonhistorymuseum.org
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Where is it happening?
120 Old Hampton Ln, Hampton, VA, United States, Virginia 23669Event Location & Nearby Stays:
