History of Slavery Tour in Williamsburg
Description
The only tour in Williamsburg that gives the history of slavery in one presentation. We discuss what is and is not slavery. We debunk the myths that have been associated with slavery for generations. We are also the only tour that explores the impact on our modern society.
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Itinerary
Our tour starts at the Windmill on Francis St where we will discuss the differences between domestic and plantation slavery the emergence of tobacco as the cash crop of Virginia and the labor involved.
In front of the Colonial Capitol building and talk about the origins of slavery in Virginia, the legal definition, and the laws passed to keep it in place.
At the Courthouse, we will discover how the laws were enforced. Note: Colonial Williamsburg admission (Randolph house, courthouse)$49.99 (not required we do not enter).
From the Geddy house, we will explore the attitudes of the citizens of Virginia toward slavery.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(44)
My partner and I are history teachers and were captivated by Lonnie’s knowledge and ability to respond to our questions. His wealth of knowledge made our 4 hour trip well worth the time!
What an amazing and eye opening tour. We had parents and kids aged 10-16 and everyone loved it. Tour gives history from a socio economic and political point of view with real life places and building to help tell the story. Great history lesson for us all!
This was an excellent tour. The guide was very informed and entertaining and provided a lot of information that was new to us. Highly recommend this tour and this guide.
Excellent tour! We appreciated the honest and factual sharing of the role of slavery in our past and its influence on our present.
Excellent presentation of root causes and effects of slavery in this country. Connects the dots of economic, social and environmental influences which produced the situation we have inherited today..
Lonnie is a great guide. He has an excellent knowledge of slavery and its history in the United States m.
Lonnie was a knowledgeable and friendly guide. We enjoyed every moment of our time learning about Williamsburg from a member of the community!
The tour was brief but very informative. We didn’t go far, but in Colonial Williamsburg one needn’t travel far to observe the history that took place.
It was a nice tour, with a short walk about town. We learned a lot we didn’t know! Tour guide was great.
Tour guy did a great job of explaining some of the history of slavery in colonial williamsburg.
