An Influential Lineage
Sally Hemings’ sons fought on behalf of the Union Army in the Civil War. Sally also had several grandchildren and great-grandchildren who carried on the family legacy. One of Sally’s great-grandson’s, Fredrick Madison Roberts, became the first elected person of color to take public office in California. He served in the California State Assembly for 20 years.
An Influential Lineage
Giving Voice
In 1993, historians conducted interviews with over 200 people to try to uncover more information and facts about Monticello. It was part of an oral history project to especially focus on the American American families that worked there. In 2016, Monticello held a summit through the National Endowment for the Humanities and the University of Virginia. The event was attended by several descendants of Monticello families. It focused on the history of slavery in America.
Giving Voice
