We are the proud descendant families of Sarah Jane Harrison (1839–1905), of Ante, Brunswick County, Virginia.
Our Matriarch, Sarah Jane Harrison was born in May 1839 and died in March 1905 in Ante, Brunswick County, Virginia. She was interned in the Powell / Harrison Cemetery off of Brandy Creek Road in Ante, Brunswick County, Virginia. Her legacy continues through the six children that she raised—John, James, Benjamin, Samuel, Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie,” and Richard Harrison—whose families carried forth her strength and values through today.
Affectionately remembered as Jane, Sarah Jane made her home near the Meherrin River in southern Virginia, within a close-knit, racially integrated community of Native and African Americans. That community was sustained by mutual respect, cooperation, and a shared sense of purpose, bridging diverse backgrounds and traditions. As the guiding matriarch of the Harrison family, Jane embodied resilience, courage, and integrity. Despite the struggles of racial injustice, she persevered with dignity, raising her children to remain true to the principles of unity and righteousness.
Benjamin and Sallie raised their family in Brunswick County, while John, James, and Samuel raised their families in the neighboring Greensville County. The purpose of the Sarah Jane Harrison Family Reunions is to reunite the descendant families of John, James, Benjamin, Samuel, Sallie, and Richard.
“We honor Sarah Jane Harrison—a woman whose life tells a story of perseverance against the odds, whose love laid the foundation for generations, and whose descendants continue to carry forward her enduring message: that family, unity, and integrity remain unbreakable legacies.”
Our very first Sarah Jane Harrison Family Reunion was held in 2003, and for the past 23 years we have proudly gathered to honor her legacy. At our 2017 reunion, more than 400 family members came together, and we look forward with excitement to an even greater turnout for our 2026 celebration.
Mark your calendars!
Join us for our 2026 Sarah Jane Harrison Family Reunion, taking place Juneteenth weekend
— Friday through Sunday, June 19–21, 2026.
Family matters — and reunions give us the chance to celebrate our roots, connect with one another, and honor the legacy of those who came before us. Please spread the word to your immediate family, distant relatives, and family friends. Everyone is welcome as we celebrate our shared heritage. We look forward to seeing you in 2026!
WELCOME FAMILY!