Cultural Heritage Series: Valerie Holmes

Valerie Holmes, over the years, has written and performed in a variety of productions with particular focus on the contributions of the enslaved and free African American women. Based on strong research, Valerie portrays these women with dignity and complexity, rising above the horrors of enslavement. She has a B. A. in marketing from Hampton University and a M. F. A. in performing arts from Regents University. She received the prestigious “Women in American history award” from the Williamsburg chapter of the daughters of the American revolution. Her presentation on “Angela” was featured in local state and national media, including USA Today and the Washington Post.

Also, meet author Min. Juanita Graham at a book signing in the Williamsburg Library Theatre.