Charlottesville Then & Now Exhibit | Charlottesville News

Charlottesville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 2m

Step back in time to Charlottesville’s bold 1970s through a powerful new exhibit, “Then & Now,” showcasing social activism, the birth of the Downtown Mall, and trailblazers who reshaped the city. Featuring striking portraits by local artist Frances Brand, rare photos, and community-donated artifacts, it spotlights pioneers like Grace Tinsley and Nancy O’Brien—and even Satyendra Huja, Charlottesville’s first Indian Sikh mayor. This isn’t just history—it’s a living story of progress, struggle, and the everyday heroes who built the city we know today. Open until September 15th. Listen in…