Williamsburg Slavery History Tour: Comprehensive Insight
4.5
13 Ratings
Williamsburg
This is the only tour in Williamsburg that comprehensively presents the history of slavery. We cover the true nature and misconceptions about slavery that have been perpetuated for several generations. We are also unique in our coverage of how it affects contemporary society.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Colonial Williamsburg - 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.
- Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building - 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.
- Colonial Williamsburg Courthouse - 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).
- James Geddy House - From the Geddy house, we will explore the attitudes of the citizens of Virginia toward slavery.
What's Included
- Exploration of slavery and its impact on modern society
What's Not Included
- Colonial Williamsburg admission (Randolph house, courthouse)$49.99 (not required we do not enter).
Location
420 Francis St E
Francis Street East
The tour meets in front of the Windmill at the intersection Francis St and Bucktrout Ln.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(13 Ratings)
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605glennj
May 21, 2024
Don’t miss a tour with Lonnie! - The slavery tour was very interesting. However, much of the slavery tour was covered in the Patriot’s tour. No need to do both. Either one. By itself is well worth the time and $$.
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Kathy
May 2, 2024
Very interesting insights - Definitely worth your while, Lonnie did a very nice job with a sensitive topic. Lots of insight and interesting tidbits. Would definitely recommend it.
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1979grad
May 2, 2024
The Whole Story of Colonial Williamsburg - This walking tour is conducted by a well informed guide who was dedicated to tell the whole story about the enslavement of Africans and the practice that continue to this day.
The pace allowed rest in the shade, water stops etc.
Worth the price and the time .
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Anna_b
May 1, 2024
A different perspective - So interesting - a small group so we could have a great conversation with Lonnie throughout the tour. Plenty of little known information and a different perspective. Thdnk you
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Jo_l
Apr 15, 2024
"That the future may learn from the past" - a lesson from the practice of Slavery - Lonnie illuminated the history of slavery in the context of Williamsburg with deftness and sensitvity. Along with the Patriots tour, it provided a broader understanding of Colonial life and times.
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Dawn_w
Mar 30, 2024
Great experience - Very informative! Lonnie was very knowledgeable and engaging. I remember coming to Williamsburg as a child. Slavery wasn’t talked about back then. Lonnie filled in the gap!
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Roy_g
Feb 16, 2024
Fantastic, insightful and informative - Lonnie was a well informed guide. He provided insight into the cultural and moral aspects of the period much more than could be inferred from just observing the architecture of the era.
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Nancylcassis
Oct 22, 2023
Fantastic Enjoyable and Educational Tour - Lonnie is an excellent tour guide who had us reflecting on the implications of slavery and its lasting effects on society. I totally recommend this tour to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this dark chapter in our history.
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Tyrone_m
May 7, 2024
We didn't do the tour - I cannot rate this tour. When we went to the address where our GPS led us to there was no address. We didn't know where to go from that point. Suggestion: Please put signs out to let tourists know where to meet and park. Thank u. We did reschedule.
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Yvette_s
Mar 30, 2024
Memorable - We missed the bus was on east side would love to visit again. To do the tour.again.the rest of the place was awesome Def. Coming back
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