Chesapeake initiates the restoration of the historic Cornland School in the Dismal Swamp region, marking the beginning of the development of The Historical Village of the Dismal Swamp. The project aims to showcase Chesapeake's cultural history, including the experiences of Indigenous groups, Underground Railroad escapes, Maroon communities, and the Swamp's significance in trade, commerce, and agriculture.

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