Thomas Jefferson’s passion for politics is rivaled only by his passion for science. Historic Interpreter Bill Barker shares his study of the third president.
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New in the Collection
Objects rare and poignant joined the Colonial Williamsburg museum collections in 2009. Chief Curator and Vice President for Collections, Conservation and Museums Ron Hurst describes the finds.
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The Rights of Youth
Children and the law: Historian Cathy Hellier and Law Professor Jim Dwyer contrast 18th-century and 21st-century juvenile justice.
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Daniel Boone
Folk legend Daniel Boone was a reluctant hero in his lifetime. Historic Interpreter Scott New tells the story of the humble hunter.
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A Slave’s Perspective
Independence was a promise extended to landed white men only. Historic interpreter Hope Smith lays out a slave’s perspective on freedom.
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Runaway Slaves
Runaway slave ads provide a wealth of insights into the life of the colonial slave. Historian Harvey Bakari shares some examples.
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