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: Rev. Dr. Allen W. Pannell of First St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church
- Dr. Jocelyn Henry-Whitehead, Musician & Singer
- Peighton Young, Historian & Genealogist of African American History
- Lisa Beal, Descendant
- Lucia Butler & Margaret Dudley, Staff Archaeologists
Exhibitors
Vendors
- Red’s NEST
- Michelle’s Pampering & Relaxation Services
Registration
This event is FREE and open to the public. Registration is required.
