Afro American Waterman's Walk

Location of York River State Park in Virginia

Where

York River State Park, 9801 York River Park Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188.
Amphitheater

When

Feb. 25, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

African Americans have been a part of the Chesapeake Bay's seafood industry since the Colonial era from pickers and shuckers to boat captains.  Immerse yourself in the world of free and enslaved "black jack" watermen and independent working waterfronts from their heydays to declines.  Discover how some continue to keep this important facet of black history alive.  Reservations required.

Oysterman

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-566-3036
Email Address: YorkRiver@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

History/Culture

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