Seeing Our Humanity

To commemorate the nation’s 250^th birthday, four National Trust Historic Sites in Virginia that were all sites of enslavement – Woodlawn, Belle Grove Plantation, Montpelier and Oatlands – are hosting a descendant-centered series of programs called America250: Justice for All. These community gatherings, tours, exhibits and workshops explore voices essential to understanding our nation’s history. View the full schedule of events.

The series culminates in a signature event at Oatlands on July 25 called Seeing Our Humanity that brings together descendants from all four sites for an afternoon of speakers, workshops and fellowship. The event features Djimon Hounsou, an Academy Award-nominated actor, humanitarian and founder of the Djimon Hounsou Foundation, which champions connection and healing the wounds of slavery. More details to follow. In the meantime, please save the date!