​The Dismukes Project Learning Tour provides a unique experience to learn more about Black history and experiences in the coalfields of Appalachia, while also learning the incredible story of Dr. Henry Dodford Dismukes. Dismukes was an African American physician in the early 1900’s, that founded the largest privately owned Black hospital in the country for its time.

Sep 23 - Sep 26, 2025

Tuesday, September 23
3:00 - 9:00PM EDT

Houston United Methodist Church
83 Lavania Street
Kimball, WV 24801
United States

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John Ellison returns to his home county of McDowell to perform his songs and share his story.

Friday, May 10
7:00 - 8:30PM EDT

Kimball WWI Memorial
20 One Way Street
Kimball, WV 24853
United States

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