‘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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What To Expect
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.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Colonial Williamsburg Courthouse
Understand how laws and trials regarding slavery were conducted in this 18th-century judicial setting.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building
Visit the site of significant legislative action on slavery, revealing the political mechanisms of the era.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
James Geddy House
Learn about the Geddy family and their enslaved workers, offering a view into the diverse experiences of colonial Williamsburg’s inhabitants.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Professional local tour guide