66 Acres — Lawrenceville, Virginia

Reclaiming the Land.
A Legacy Rooted in Purpose.

66 acres of reclaimed promise in Lawrenceville, Virginia — revived through determination, vision, and Generation X stewardship. A sanctuary for healing, a classroom for entrepreneurs, and a destination to reconnect with your roots.

Walk Through the Fields

Reclaiming the Land,
Restoring the Legacy


Nestled within the quiet beauty of the Lawrenceville, Brunswick County, Virginia countryside lies 66 acres of reclaimed promise — a landscape once nearly lost to history, but now revived through determination, vision, and Generation X stewardship. For this Black American landowner, reclaiming the land is not simply an act of ownership; it is an act of restoration.

Historically, Black families across America lost millions of acres of farmland through discriminatory lending practices, heirs' property disputes, forced sales, and systemic inequities. In reclaiming this land, the owner stands as part of a growing movement of African Americans restoring ties to the soil, rebuilding generational wealth, and creating spaces of beauty, healing, and purpose.

The Re-Thinking The Leaf team and community connections at a hemp industry gathering
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Acres of potential · healing · learning · legacy

Agrotherapy

Restorative land-based experiences — lavender fields, nature immersion, and sensory healing through floralpy.

Community First

Inviting our community of color back to the farm — together. Building connection, culture, and shared prosperity.

Education Hub

Teaching the next generation about land stewardship, conservation, and the power of ownership.

Generational Wealth

Sustainable business models that turn land into lasting legacy for families and communities.

The Future of This Land

A glimpse into what 66 acres of purpose looks like — from lavender fields to community wellness, intergenerational learning, and a self-sustaining circular economy.

Concept visualization — animated watercolor rendering of the agrotherapy campus vision

Meet the Team

Farmers, doctors, designers, and dreamers — united by a shared belief in the healing power of land.

Shardell Gerald
Shardell Gerald
Lamont Burgess
Lamont Burgess
Barbara Gerald
Barbara Gerald
Belinda Gerald
Belinda Gerald
Ponce Gerald
Ponce Gerald
Dr. Kenya Belcher
Dr. Kenya Belcher
Dr. Angela Kessler
Dr. Angela Kessler
Dr. Tonya Goins
Dr. Tonya Goins
Dr. Gregory Goins
Dr. Gregory Goins
Kim Dowdy
Kim Dowdy
Michael Moore
Michael Moore
Sigrid Moore
Sigrid Moore
Tracy Overton
Tracy Overton
Steve Overton
Steve Overton

A Purpose-Built Sanctuary

Every zone of the 66-acre estate is designed to balance ecological stewardship with an unforgettable guest experience.

Modern A-frame cabins in pine forest with fire pit

Agrotherapy Cabin Resort

A-frame cabins for immersive nature retreats, complete with fire pits and forest views.

Fenced dog park in rural setting with families

Agro-Hound Dog Park

Bring your companion — fenced areas for socializing, exercise, and vacation fun with your support animal.

Wooden boardwalk through wetland with outdoor classroom

Wetland Education Zone

Elevated boardwalks and outdoor classrooms for hands-on science and nature education.

Walking trail through pine forest

Trail Network

ATV and walking trails weaving through 30 acres of shortleaf pine plantation.

Rustic farm store with produce and local goods

Farm Store & Community Market

Local produce, value-added products, lavender goods, and community-sourced artisan items.

Modern hydroponic greenhouse with vertical growing towers and LED lights

Hydroponic Innovation Lab

Year-round growing in controlled-environment vertical towers. Microgreens, herbs, and specialty greens — demonstrating next-gen farming with 90% less water and zero soil disturbance.

Help Us Build Something Beautiful

Every dollar goes directly to building this agrotherapy campus — from lavender fields to community meals to intergenerational programs that heal, teach, and inspire.

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Ready to Experience the Estate?

Whether you're a partner, an aspiring farmer, or a visitor looking for peace — we'd love to connect.

📍 Location

240 Halifax Road
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
Brunswick County

🌱 Status

Currently in development — Phase 1
Follow our progress and be the first to visit.

🤝 Partnerships

Interested in joining our community network - Local farms, vendors, and artisans — let's build together.

🌿 Our Community Connections

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