Grace Sherwood "The Witch of Pungo" Magnet

A woman of courage. A legacy that refused to disappear.

Long before Virginia Beach became a seaside destination, the rural community of Pungo was home to Grace Sherwood, a farmer, healer, and mother whose independent spirit made her the target of suspicion and accusations of witchcraft.

In 1706, Grace was subjected to the infamous ducking trial in the waters of the Lynnhaven River. When she floated rather than sank, her accusers declared her guilty. She endured imprisonment, but survived to reclaim her place in the community. Centuries later, her story became a powerful symbol of resilience in the face of superstition and injustice.

This beautifully detailed, vintage-inspired magnet portrays Grace as she deserves to be remembered: not as a storybook witch, but as a strong Virginia woman who stood her ground. The imagined illustration celebrates the woman behind the legend.

A meaningful keepsake honoring one of Tidewater's most fascinating historical figures—and a reminder that history has a way of remembering those who refused to be silenced.

50 × 70 × 6.3 mm (2 × 2¾ inches × ¼ inches)