Untold Histories: Rev. Gowan Pamphlet and The Williamsburg First Baptist Church of 1776
Wednesday, May 13, 7-8:30pm, Kimball Theatre, Colonial Williamsburg
$30 per person
All seats are general admission
Step into the world of Reverend Gowan Pamphlet – a pioneering Black Baptist preacher and enslaved man – in this compelling one-man program. Through the lens of Gowan’s life, the program weaves together personal narrative and broader history, shedding light on his journey to faith, leadership, and resilience. You will explore the significance of the Baptist church he founded in Williamsburg, a sanctuary of resistance, hope, and spiritual empowerment during a time of profound change. This performance brings history to life, honoring the courage and enduring legacy of Reverend Pamphlet and his community. A Q&A session with Rev. Pamphlet will follow. Presented in collaboration with The Williamsburg Institute (TWI), proceeds from this fundraising event benefit TWI and the Osher Institute at William & Mary.
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