Gunston Hall Liberty Series

There's a worthy series held every year at Gunston Hall, the plantation of George Mason, one of the most important political theorists of the late 18th century...I don't think that's much of an exaggeration.

Anyway, here's the info on their latest series, which is on slavery, both 18th century and modern. Looks like there are some interesting presentations. If you live in the DC area, drive down I-95 and support the ongoing mission of Gunston Hall.

George Mason's Gunston Hall Plantation FREE Annual Liberty Lecture Series
Slave Societies: 1700s to the Present

Where and why does slavery exist in the world today? This thought-provoking series will begin with an exploration of current societal conditions that contribute to the enslavement of men and women. Ensuing discussions will consider slavery, the law, and human rights in Virginia during George Mason's day and in the nation during Reconstruction.

Wednesday evenings in February at 7:30
Gunston Hall Visitors' Center.
Admission is free.
Registration recommended, not required.
Teacher recertification available. Students welcome.
For information, call (703)550-9220.

Feb. 4
Slave Societies Today
Jolene Smith, Free the Slaves, Washington, DC


Feb. 11
Involuntary Migration of Africans to the New World: Case Study, Virginia
Robert C. Watson, Hampton University


Feb. 18
Slavery & the Law in 18th-C. Virginia
Philip J. Schwarz, Virginia Commonwealth University

George Mason, His Slaves, & the Law
Terry Dunn, Gunston Hall & Colonial Williamsburg Foundation


Feb. 25
The Black Citizen in a Free Society: The Thirteenth Amendment & the Promise of Freedom
Lois Horton, George Mason University

Each program begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Ann Mason Room of the Gunston Hall Visitors' Center.