It is June, 1776. For the last 11 months, the Rebels have occupied the Governor's Palace, safeguarding its treasures while the war raged throughout North America. Benjamin, an enslaved man belonging to Mr. Wythe, is sent to deliver a special meal to the Palace Commander. Upon arrival, he runs into Major James Innes, a man he has known since childhood. The Major reveals that the Fifth Virginia Convention has voted to declare independence. What does this transformation mean for Benjamin, the enslaved people of Virginia, and most notably his friends, the 57 enslaved men and women who still live in the Palace?
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DIY Craft: Quilting
Discover the story of Rita Mae Pettway, quilter, and enjoy a mini-quilting project.
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Tour: Williamsburg Lost & Found
Explore the history of Williamsburg through objects on exhibit during this guided tour.
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Special Event: Pocahontas Reframed Film Shorts
Richmond's acclaimed Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival comes to Williamsburg to share a series of short films written, directed, and produced by Indigenous artists.
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