Join Patrick Henry’s Red Hill and members of the descendant community to honor the lives and legacies of the enslaved population at Red Hill and their descendants. Doors open at 10:00 am with an opportunity to speak with partner museums and organizations tabling on the grounds.
Presentations begin at 11:00 am and include an opening ceremony at Quarter Place Cemetery, where 147 enslaved and free African Americans are buried.Hear research updates and genealogy discoveries from our research staff. A catered lunch will be provided free of charge. We are excited to welcome vendors, fellow museums, and speakers for this event!
Presenters
- Keynote Speaker:
- Martin Townes– Deputy Butler for Virginia’s First Family and serves as the Executive Mansion Historian. Third generation to serve at the Executive Mansion. The Townes Family has served at the Executive Mansion for over 40 years.
