Winchester, VA
Orrick Cemetery is a historically black cemetery that’s over 100 years old. It was named for Robert Orrick, who donated much of the land.
Across the street is the Calvary Pentecostal Church of God. I was not able to find a history of the church.
In downtown Winchester, there is a historical marker in front of the home of Robert Orrick who was born enslaved but established a successful business in Winchester.
...this cemetery looks so much better than many black cemeteries in the south.
ReplyDeleteLoved the 1st photo the best!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy walking around cemeteries and reading the plaques and gravestones. It looks like you had an interesting time at the cemetery and local area.
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of the cemetery and plaque. Have a great day and a happy weekend.
ReplyDeleteWhat an excellent photo of The cemetery. It is obviously well cared for.
ReplyDeleteI enlarged the historical marker and discovered how talented Mr. Robert Orrick was. Thank you for sharing your experience.
ReplyDeleteI like that historical marker. Interesting history!
ReplyDeleteAlways enjoy your blog, even though I'm just a blurker and hardly ever comment.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this. I appreciate how you highlighted both the cemetery’s history and Robert Orrick’s remarkable life. It’s meaningful to see these pieces of local history remembered and honored.
ReplyDeleteThat is pretty cool. From what I read, being enslaved was a lot more complicated than what many (including me) thought.
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