Join us for a day of archaeology on the original site of the First Baptist Church of Williamsburg, one of the nation's earliest African American churches. Talk to archaeologists working in the field, check out artifacts discovered at the First Baptist site during recent excavations, and meet Gowan Pamphlet, the church's first ordained minister. Site open for free-flow exploration from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Other Experiences
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Nation Builders Discuss the Institution of Slavery
Join two Nation Builders to discuss how they viewed the complicated tragedy that was the institution of slavery.
Art Museums Admission
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A Quilter's Housetop
Celebrate the life of quilter Susana Allen Hunter and make a mini-quilt to take home.
Art Museums Admission
Event Ticket
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Joy in the Morning
Gather with members of the enslaved community to experience a music-filled message of hope.
CW Admission