John H. Coleman Jr.
John H. Coleman Jr.
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Published Works

Stories of Church Hill

Through eight decades of witness, John H. Coleman Jr. preserves the vibrant history, faith, and enduring legacy of Richmond's historic African American neighborhoods.

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The Flagship Volume

A View From Church Hill

A comprehensive historical record detailing the families, faith, and cultural institutions that shaped Richmond's premier historic African American neighborhood.

Preserving Our Collective Foundation

This seminal work captures personal oral histories, neighborhood landmarks, and lessons learned across generations. It serves as an essential resource for educators, local historians, and community archives.

Available in hardcover and paperback.

Forthcoming Releases

Inspiring the Next Generation

Our upcoming literature translates rich historical archives into engaging, accessible formats designed to pass local heritage down to young readers and families.

Children's History Series

Historical Coloring Books

Illustrated stories of resilience and community leadership, crafted specifically to introduce young minds to the legacy of Church Hill.

Interactive coloring pages featuring meticulously restored archival photographs and landmark illustrations for hands-on heritage education.

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Bring History to Your Classroom

We offer bulk order discounts, curriculum guides, and speaking engagements for schools, public libraries, and historical archives.