Ella Graham Agnew

1872 - 1958

First women extension agent for Virginia and U.S. Department of Agriculture, born and buried nearby. In 1910 she organized tomato and canning clubs in Halifax and Nottoway Counties. Forerunners of 4-H and Extension Homemaker Clubs. A pioneer in rural education, her successes opened doors for thousands of girls, women, their families and communities.

Marker is on Colonial Trail (U.S. 460) 0.3 miles west of Rocky Ford Road, on the right when traveling west.