A graduating class of nurses in the 1960s stands outside the former chapel on Central State’s campus. The hospital had a program to train nurses during its history. The chapel building, which held social events and convocations, was demolished.
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Central State Hospital commemorates 150 years of serving health needs
A key part of African-American health and history in Virginia was celebrated last Thursday, as state health officials and professionals gathered online to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Central State Hospital outside Petersburg.
