Library of Virginia to hold free screenings exploring stories of displacement in Virginia communities

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC ) — Free documentary screenings highlighting stories of displacement in Virginia communities will welcome visitors early next month through spring 2026.

The Library of Virginia will present two documentaries — "Raised/Razed" and "Rock Castle Home," both telling stories of community displacement in the state — as part of the "House to Highway: Reclaiming a Community History" exhibition.

"Raised/Razed" examines the lives of residents in Vinegar Hill — Charlottesville's oldest African American neighborhood — where they faced racially discriminatory policies from the city government, organizers said.

Filmmakers Lorenzo Dickerson and Jordy Yager will discuss the film following a screening on Friday, Nov. 7, from 2 to 4 p.m. Registration is required.

"Rock Castle Home" tells the stories of Rock Castle descendants whose families in previous generations were dislocated by the creation of the Blue Ridge Parkway in the 1930s, the release said.

Charles D. Thompson, Jr., director and executive producer, will discuss the film following a screening on Friday, Dec. 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. Registration is required.

The public will be able to view the movies through Feb. 28.

Both events will be hosted at the Library of Virginia in Richmond, located at 800 E. Broad St. Admission is free.

For more information, visit the Library of Virginia.