Shadows of the Past Tracing Slavery’s Legacy in Williamsburg
“Shadows of the Past: Tracing Slavery’s Legacy in Williamsburg” invites you to delve into the history of slavery in colonial America, beginning in the historic area of Colonial Williamsburg. This tour provides insights into how slavery shaped the community and the lives of those who lived during that era. After exploring Colonial Williamsburg, the journey continues to the Colonial Williamsburg Courthouse, reflecting the legal aspects of slavery. Next, visit the Capitol Building, where significant legislative decisions about slavery were made. Conclude the tour at the James Geddy House, offering a perspective on the daily lives of both free and enslaved people of the time.
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Shadows of the Past Tracing Slavery’s Legacy in Williamsburg
What's included in Shadows of the Past Tracing Slavery’s Legacy in Williamsburg
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Colonial Williamsburg
Start your tour in this historic area, where the complexities of slavery in colonial society are evident in the restored buildings and interpreted history.
Understand how laws and trials regarding slavery were conducted in this 18th-century judicial setting.
Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building
Visit the site of significant legislative action on slavery, revealing the political mechanisms of the era.
Inclusions
- Professional local tour guide
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We will meet by Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Centre.
End Points
- We will end our tour at James Geddy House
