55 Results for tag "Founding Fathers & Nation Builders"

• Performance: Visit a Nation Builder

  Step into the past with a Nation Builder. Through stories, discussion, and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges they faced.

• Film: Williamsburg – The Story of a Patriot

  See the 1957 film, in its vibrant 70mm format, that tells the story of a Virginia planter deciding to join the patriot cause.

• Conversation: Meet a Person of the Past

  Meet people of the past at Charlton's Coffeehouse for some informal conversation or activity.

• Conversation: Farming with George Washington

  Meet George Washington at our Ewing Field where you can discuss farming practices, innovation, and the importance of agriculture to society.

• Performance: Finding Jane Vobe

  A sneak peek behind the scenes into the research behind Colonial Williamsburg's newest Nation Builder Jane Vobe.

• Special Event: Salute to the Presidents

  The pageantry of fifes, drums, cannon, and remarks from Colonial Williamsburg Nation Builders salute our nation’s Presidents on Market Square.

• Performance: Nation Builders Discuss Slavery

  Join two Nation Builders to discuss how they viewed the complicated tragedy that was the institution of slavery.

• Performance: God is My Rock

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

• Performance: My Dear Madam

  Mrs. Washington reflects on her life in the public eye and how her friendship with Mrs. Adams has shaped the role of the president’s lady.

• Performance: Nation Builders Discuss America's Founding Documents

  Join our Nation Builders as they discuss those founding documents that helped to form our America. Come with your questions on their views about these founding words.

• Performance: Washington's Choice

  Join George Washington in April of 1775, after the Battle of Lexington and Concord, as he makes the choice of loyalty to the Crown, or resistance to the Empire.

• Performance: Subject to General

  George Washington reflects on the events leading up to the revolution in Williamsburg and beyond that led him to his decision to become General Washington.

• Performance: Visit with Patrick Henry

  Step into the past with Patrick Henry, the Revolution’s son of thunder. Through stories and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges he faced.

• Performance: Visit with Marquis de Lafayette

  Step into the past with the Marquis de Lafayette, French hero of two worlds. Through stories and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges he faced.

• Performance: Visit with General George Washington

  Step into the past with George Washington, father of the country. Through stories and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges he faced.

• Performance: Visit with Colonel George Washington

  Step into the past with George Washington, Colonel of the Virginia Regiment. Through stories and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges he faced.

• Performance: Visit with George Wythe

  Step into the past with George Wythe, teacher, lawyer, judge, and revolutionary. Through stories and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges he faced.

• Performance: Visit with Martha Washington

  Step into the past with Martha Washington, our Nation’s first First Lady. Through stories and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges she faced.

• Performance: Visit with Reverend Gowan Pamphlet

  Step into the past with Gowan Pamphlet, revolutionary Black Baptist preacher. Through stories and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges he faced.

• Performance: Visit with Thomas Jefferson

  Step into the past with Thomas Jefferson, The Rebellious Philosophe.

• Special Event: An Evening with the Presidents

  Join George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison this Presidents' Day weekend for a special evening event.

• Special Event: "Did You Know?" History Game Show

  Come on down to the Hennage Auditorium to test your knowledge of history. Expand your mind! Impress your friends! Win a prize! Featuring special guest Thomas Jefferson.

• Performance: Visit with Jane Vobe

  Step into the past with Jane Vobe, keeper of the tavern "where all the best people resorted". Through stories and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges she faced.

• Performance: Visit with James Armistead Lafayette

  Step into the past with James Armistead Lafayette, Enslaved Revolutionary Spy.

• Performance: Visit with James Madison

  Step into the past with James Madison, Scholar Statesman.

• Performance: Visit with Young Gowan Pamphlet

  Step into the past with young Gowan Pamphlet. Learn more about his contribution to the founding of our nation.

• Omohundro Institute Vast Early America Lecture Series

  The Scientist Turned Spy: André Michaux, Thomas Jefferson, and the Conspiracy of 1793.

• For Donors: Visit a Nation Builder

  Donors who have access to the donor reception center in the St. George Tucker House as part of their giving advantages are invited to meet with a Nation Builder.

• Performance: Visit with Ann Wager

  Step into the past with Ann Wager, Educator of free and enslaved children. Through stories and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges she faced.

• Meet Our Nation Builders

  Meet a Nation Builder during your visit, one of the people who helped shape their time, and whose legacy continues to influence and inspire American ideals.

• Man in the Making

  If you asked me 10 years ago if I could imagine myself portraying George Washington, I would have laughed.Fast forward to the present…I sometimes laugh at myself.I have the humbling honor and daunting challenge of portraying George Washington at Colonial Williamsburg. First President. General of the Continental Army. Leader of …

• Wythe 101

  I will admit to you, gentle reader: before I accepted a job at Colonial Williamsburg and moved from my home in South Atlanta to Virginia, I had never heard of George Wythe. I’m certain I had seen or heard his name at some point in my life of, then, 24 …

• Wythe 102

  George Wythe played a key role in the Declaration of Independence and is one of the most influential Virginians in American history. Read on to learn more.

• 5 Things You Might Not Have Known About Martha Washington

  Learn five things you might not have known about America's First Lady—Martha Washington was an incredible woman in her own right. Read on to learn more.

• “5 Things You Might Not Know About Thomas Jefferson”

  Uncover the five things you might not know about Thomas Jefferson, the Founding Father of the United States of America. Read on to learn more about his life.

• Questions I Get About Gowan Pamphlet

  Gowan Pamphlet was the first known ordained black Baptist preacher in America. Our Interpreter, Joseph Feaster, shares more about this influential man.

• Getting to know Clementina Rind

  Clementa Rind was the first female printer in Virginia who earned a position in Virginia's colonial government in the 18th century. Read on to learn more.

• Nation Builder Book Recommendations

  Combat quarantine boredom by learning more about Colonial America. Here are some book recommendations from our National Builders at Colonial Williamsburg.

• 5 Facts About George Washington

  George Washington is one of the most influential politicians in American history. Learn the facts about America's first president and debunk the myths.

• The Patron Saint of self-isolation

  James Madison struggled with health throughout his life and at times went great extent to protect it. Learn how he chose to self-isolate over risky adventures.

• More than the Voice of the Revolution

  Known for his famous speech Liberty or Death in 1775, Patrick Henry played a crucial role in American Revolution. Here are seven facts about this gifted orator.

• 3 things you might not know about America’s Favorite Fighting Frenchman

  Marquis de Lafayette was a French aristocrat who volunteered his service to help win independence for the United States of America. Read on to learn more.

• Getting to know James

  James Armistead Lafayette was enslaved spy during the American Revolution. Read on to learn more about his life in slavery and as a free man.

• Four Facts about George Mason

  Writer of the first modern bill of rights, George Mason, is a lesser-known name in the founding father pantheon. Read on to learn more about Mason's life.

• Being Uncomfortable in Character

  What does it mean to be a Character Interpreter at Colonial Williamsburg? Read on to learn from Nicole Brown as she shares the value behind her work.

• Freedom of the Press in the eyes of the Founding Fathers

  The founding fathers understood the power of the press and its need to remain free of government control. Read to learn the history behind freedom of the press.

• America’s First Bromance

  The 1791 trip taken by Madison and Jefferson played a role in the birth of America's first opposition party. A journey that also cemented their friendship.

• The Great Cake Debate

  While portraying Martha Washington for the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation there have been several constants. One is that inevitably guests all come with a base knowledge of who the Washingtons are (wooden teeth included) and another is that Christmas is always our busiest season of the year. Christmas, however,has sometimes proven …

• One Last Thing …

  Dive deep into the letters shared between George and Martha Washington in the form of modern-day texts conversations. Watch the video to learn more.

• Flying thro’ the Air

  Experience the hot air balloon mania in the 17th century that led to developments in modern aviation. Read on to learn about this exciting time in history.

• Creating an Embroidered Coat for George Washington

  Delve into the details of creating an embroidered coat for George Washington interpreter, Daniel Cross. Learn about the design process from start to finish.

• Washington’s First War

  Here are five things that you may not know about young Colonel Washington during his first baptism of fire, the French and Indian War.

• Myth Busting with Martha

  Ever wondered if there's any truth to the myths surrounding the Washingtons? Uncover the facts from the interpreter known for portraying Martha Washington.

• The Race for Rights

  James Madison and James Monroe remained life-long friends even after Madison's win in the election. Read on to learn more about their contribution to politics.

• The First President’s First 100 Days

  Join Ron Carnegie, who interprets Nation Builder George Washington, as he reflects on our first President’s inauguration and early administration.