• Emancipation Oak & The Old Schoolhouse

     

    The large sprawling Live Oak tree is 98 ft. in diameter, with branches which extend upward as well as laterally, as if offering refuge. In 1861, Mrs. Mary Smith Peake, taught children of former slaves under the tree. In 1863, the Virginia Peninsula's black community gathered under this Live Oak tree to hear the first Southern reading of President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation.

    The Emancipation Oak is designated as one of the 10 Great Trees of the World by the National Geographic Society and is part of the National Historic Landmark district of Hampton University.

    Not much is known about the small red building which sits near the Emancipation Oak. The building is affectionately nicknamed "The Old Schoolhouse."

    How to Order:

    If you have  decided to place an orders with us, this is how it works. I know this isn't the 'modern' way to do online ordering, but I wanted to be sure that the quality of your experience with Through My Lens Photography is improved by the personal touch of connecting with the artist, so I don't have a traditional online checkout system.

    Ordering: Our online order form is available by clicking here. Please make sure you include the name of the photograph along with the quantity and size before you submit the form. Pricing is shown below, as well as on the order form.
    You can also call or e-mail me directly to place an order: 757-877-6902 | seth@throughmylensphotography.com

    Payment: I accept Credit Cards and checks. Go ahead and place your order. Once your order is received, I will call you to either collect your credit card information or let you know how to mail a check and/or to verify shipping.

    Photography options:

    • Single Notecard $4.50
    • Set of 4 Notecards $15.00
    • 4x6 Print $5.00
    • 5x5 Print $10.00
    • 5x7 Print $15.00
    • 8x10 Print $25.00

    Any multiple of 4 notecards will be priced at $15. You can mix and match cards, and still take advantage of the discount.

    Larger prints and custom framed prints are available for special order, contact us for
    more details.



    Photography Note Card Example:

    The note cards are made from high-quality white card stock.

    Each card is blank inside, is signed on the front by the artist, and comes with a matching envelope.

Registration  | Login