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Introducing the newest edition of #RevolutionaryReads featuring Ken Schwarz, Master Blacksmith of 19 years! 🔥 Learn about how this book identifies the defining element of our interpretation of the Anderson Blacksmith Shop, Virginia’s Public Armoury during the Revolutionary War.
Making history with every inch of shadow 🌘
If not here with us, where did you view yesterday's solar eclipse? #Eclipse2024
Earlier this month, we hosted the 2nd edition of “A Common Cause to All,” a convening of delegates from across the country to continue planning commemorations for America’s 250th in 2026, in conjunction with the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commemoration 🎉
Read all about it: bit.ly/3xe1HTQ
During her career as publisher of the Virginia Gazette, Clementina Rind was one of the most visible & influential women in the colony. Learn more about the widow who printed the American Revolution: bit.ly/3TS0B9l
#HistoricalVAGazette #WomensHistoryMonth
Diving into the minds of history's changemakers with #RevolutionaryReads 📖 The latest pick takes a “deep and unflinching look at the relationship between the Church of England, slavery, and faith in the 18th-century Atlantic World”.
Have you read this book?
In telling the story of the Williamsburg Bray School, we must also tell the story of the students: This is Aggy’s story.
To learn more about her and the other Bray School students, visit the William & Mary Bray School Lab website: wm.edu/sites/brayscho…
#WomensHistoryMonth
Thrilled to have been in ColonialWilliamsburg for our Commission meeting and @VA250's State Convening. Honored to represent America250, bridging national and state efforts in a historic setting. 🇺🇸
The closing program for Virginia American Revolution 250 Commemoration was a 'Shock of Electricity'! ⚡ Yesterday, attendees were transported back to a dramatic moment in May 1774 when delegates pledged to join a NEW common cause: for Americans to unite in reflection, celebration & aspiration.
#CommonCause
Carly Fiorina joined Squawk Box to discuss ways to bring America together in anticipation of America’s 250th birthday in 2026, the role of American business, state of U.S. politics today, and more!
Virginia American Revolution 250 Commemoration #VA250
Yesterday, we joined Virginia American Revolution 250 Commemoration to welcome over 400 attendees from 37 states to Colonial Williamsburg for 'A Common Cause to All,' the next step in planning commemorations for America's 250th Birthday.
We're excited to host over 440 commemoration planners from 37 states and the District of Columbia in ColonialWilliamsburg this week! wydaily.com/latest-news/20…