Watch as delegates to the Second Virginia Convention meet where they met 250 years ago to debate whether or not to take up arms against the British. It all culminates in Patrick Henry's immortal words, "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!" An exciting theatrical experience featuring professional actors in the roles of nine of ...
The actors of the St. John's Church Foundation perform a reenactment of the Second Virginia Convention, where Patrick Henry gave his speech that culminated in the famous words, "give me liberty or give me death!" The Fourth of July performance will feature a reading of the Declaration of Independence by the delegates afterwards. ...
Living Historian Charles Wissinger presents the Marquis de Lafayette in an informative and entertaining program about the Marquis' life, including his service in the American Revolution. ...
Dr. Woody Holton, Professor of History at University of South Carolina, will talk about his book Abigail Adams, winner of the 2010 Bancroft Prize. Holton is the son of former Virginia Governor Linwood Holton. Includes a pre-talk reception with a chance to meet the speaker. Reception begins at 5:30 PM. Beer, wine, and light hors ...
Witnesses to Patrick Henry's orations were often at a loss for words when attempting to describe Henry's unique powers of speech. Their collective testimony offers insights into Henry's style of delivery, effects on his audiences, and general themes of his arguments. But specific quotations are uncommon. Since Henry spoke extemporaneously, no written speeches exist in ...
The wife of second U.S. President John Adams, Abigail Smith Adams is famous for her admonition to her husband to "remember the Ladies," and was a woman well ahead of her time. One of the most prolific and eloquent letter-writers of her time, Adams was an early proponent for women's education and rights as well ...
Join Education Programs Manager Dean Knight on a lyrical tour around the graveyard at St. John's, focusing on the life and work of Edgar Allan Poe. Knight, an award-winning local actor who served seven years as the Programs Coordinator at the Poe Museum, is the author of a chapter in the new book More Than ...
