The only tour in Williamsburg that gives the history of slavery in one presentation. We discuss what is and is not slavery. We debunk the myths that have been associated with slavery for generations. We are also the only tour that explores the impact on our modern society.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Throughout the tour we will explore slavery and it's impact on our current society.
Colonial Williamsburg admission (Randolph house, courthouse)$49.99 (not required we do not enter).
Meeting Points
Departure
420 Francis St E
The tour meets in front of the Windmill at the intersection Francis St and Bucktrout Ln.
Return
440 W Duke of Gloucester St
The tour ends at the south end of the Palace green beside the Geddy house.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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.
15 minutes
2
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.
15 minutes
3
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).
15 minutes
4
James Geddy House
From the Geddy house, we will explore the attitudes of the citizens of Virginia toward slavery.
15 minutes
History of Slavery Tour in Williamsburg
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The only tour in Williamsburg that gives the history of slavery in one presentation. We discuss what is and is not slavery. We debunk the myths that have been associated with slavery for generations. We are also the only tour that explores the impact on our modern society.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Throughout the tour we will explore slavery and it's impact on our current society.
Colonial Williamsburg admission (Randolph house, courthouse)$49.99 (not required we do not enter).
Meeting Points
Departure
420 Francis St E
The tour meets in front of the Windmill at the intersection Francis St and Bucktrout Ln.
Return
440 W Duke of Gloucester St
The tour ends at the south end of the Palace green beside the Geddy house.
