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Special Event
Event
Ona's Interview: The True Story of George Washington's Runaway Slave
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Fee:
Free.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Time:
2:00 PM
Duration:
1 hour
Type of Event
Living History
Performance
Talk
Description
Carla Lynne Hall and Jim Keyes present a theatrical re-enactment of the story of Ona Judge, who had been enslaved to Martha Washington, wife of President George Washington, but ran away to freedom in New Hampshire in 1796. Despite efforts by the Washingtons to return Ona to enslavement, she remained free for the remainder of her life. This will be a live presenation, at the site, but also available as a distance program, through shared platform. Registration is required, through the Contact Us e mail in this calendar entry, for the livestream option.
Reservation or Registration: Yes
This will be a live performance at the church, which will also be livestreamed through shared platform. Registration is required, through the Contact Us e mail in this calendar entry, for the livestream viewing option.