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  • Freedom's Paradox

    Take a 60-minute walking tour of the Randolph Yard, Market Square and Palace Green.

  • Sentiments of American Women

    This museum theatre program explores the connection between the thoughts, feelings, and experiences of 18th-century women and women of today.

  • Good Progress

    Meet Mrs. Wager, teacher of the Williamsburg Bray School, as she debates the nature of her school with Elizabeth DeRosario, a free woman of color.

  • My Story, My Voice- Sam

    Sam, a Black soldier, tells his heroic story of self-liberation, his encounters with the Shawnee, his supposed enemy, and those who enslaved him. Which army will he fight for?

  • From Freedom to Slavery

    After making a free life for herself as an adopted Shawnee Indian, Methotaskee is brought back into slavery.

  • The Actors' Lament

    See a new humorous interactive play, engaging you in a theatre company's intrigues and secrets. Will they open on time? Find out during this open-air evening theater experience!

  • Voices of Their Hands

    A walking tour discussing the lives of enslaved tradespeople. Hear from our historic tradespeople as they discuss their experiences interpreting skilled laborers and their work.

  • First Baptist Archaeology Community Open House

    Join us for a day of archaeology on the original site of the First Baptist Church of Williamsburg! Explore the site and check out recently uncovered artifacts from 10am to 4pm.

  • God is My Rock

    Gowan Pamphlet, an enslaved man and popular local preacher, offers his perspective on slavery, religion and freedom.

  • Visit a Nation Builder- Edith Cumbo

    Step into the past with Edith Cumbo, Free Black Sister, Mother, Fighter, Founder.

  • Visit a Nation Builder- Reverend Gowan Pamphlet

    Step into the past with Gowan Pamphlet, Revolutionary Black Baptist Preacher.