In October 1774, the Shawnee-Dunmore War hit its apex with a major battle involving the Shawnee, the Mingo, and the British. Discover how Indigenous alliances, the Proclamation of 1763, and settlers’ hunger for land contributed to this conflict. Find out how four Shawnee men deemed “hostages” and also “princes” came to live in Williamsburg for seven months. With a focus on figures such as Logan, Cornstalk, and Nonhelema, learn why choosing a winner isn’t always so clear.
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Special Event: Cherokee History and Culture
Join John Tooni for an evening of history and storytelling from the Cherokee culture.
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Music: A Fiddler's 75th Christmas
Part of the Hennage Holiday Concert Series, join master fiddler John Turner for an hour of holiday-related melodies gleaned from a lifetime of listening, performing, and composing.
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Music: One Street Over
Join One Street Over, a four-piece traditional Irish band that combines the sounds of flute, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, cello, banjo, and bodhran into foot-tapping melodies.
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