TVHS Observer Volume I Number II MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Tidewater Virginia Historical Society is to preserve and promote the heritageof Tidewater Virginia by serving as an advocate for historic knowledge, archeology preservationand our geographic and cultural heritage. The President’s MessageWe gaze out our window as the bright Autumn leaves slowly glide to the …
Dr. Carl Lounsbury will present the updated story, “Restoring Williamsburg”, to include material from the ongoing process of the restoration and new information on the impact on the local residents, especially the African-American community overlooked in the 1988 book. Carl will discuss the history of the actual homes, shops, and taverns, along with photos and …
TVHS ZOOM LECTURE For Members Only October 18, 2020 at 2pm John Delano – “Williamsburg Palisades 1634 & 1648” What are the Palisades? Where were the Palisades in Williamsburg? John Delano will address new research on the location of palisades constructed by English colonists. John’s research has recently been accepted for publication in the peer-review, …
Message from the President:As TVHS began 2020, our programs and tours were planned by Sharon Short,Program Director. It wasn’t long before our country and the world were caughtup in the pandemic. Our April lecture on the Underground Railroad with thespeaker, Sheila Arnold, has been moved to 2021. You will learn more as we movealong into …
Dear TVHS Members: We really miss seeing everyone and are hoping you are well and staying safe. Your continued support and participation is always critical to the success of the Tidewater Virginia Historical Society (TVHS). Today we want to provide a brief status on TVHS Programs. Strong, positive feedback was received from several members who attended …
As TVHS began 2020, our programs and tours were planned by Sharon Short, Program Chair. It wasn’t long before our country and the world were caught up in the pandemic virus. Our April lecture on the Underground Railroad with the speaker, Shelia Arnold was moved to the Fall. You will learn more as we move …
UPDATE: This lecture is being rescheduled. We will communicate the new timing when it is available. Thank you for your understanding. TIME and LOCATION: TBD TVHS MEMBERS: FREE GENERAL PUBLIC: $10 PER PERSON (PAY AT THE DOOR) Sheila Arnold currently resides in Hampton, VA. She is a Professional Storyteller, Character Interpreter, and Teaching Artist. Through her company, …
Hear Ye Hear YeAll those wishing passage to Middle PlantationCommonwealth of VirginiaStep forward & make payment.Disembarkation: Southampton on the Ship Deliverance, pier 5 On this Twentieth day of Februaryin the year of our Lord, twenty hundred and twenty Blessing & Music prior to sailing Bruton Parish Church – 201 Duke of Gloucester Promptly assemble at …
As we begin the new year, we would like to remind you that January is the month to renew your TVHS membership. Categories of membership are: $25 ~ Student/Teacher $100 ~ Century $40 ~ Individual $250 ~ Sponsor $60 ~ Family $500 ~ Life Member Please make your check payable to: TVHS – include name/phone number/address Mail to: TVHS, …
We had a wonderful meeting and presentation on the history of the James River at the Williamsburg Library on Sunday, October 13. Our attendance was very good, especially considering we were competing with several events for parking and an audience. Thank you to Sharon Short for coordinating the excellent speaker, William (Bill) Fox and his …
