Afro American Waterman's Display
Where
York River State Park, 9801 York River Park Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188.
Visitor Center
When
June 15, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From the Colonial Era thru today, black watermen have been a part of the Chesapeake Bay seafood industry in all levels. Discover the communities built on harvesting fish and shellfish giving African Americans financial freedom even in the Jim Crow years. Even today, we can help improve the bay so that everyone can enjoy it’s beauty and bounty.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-566-3036
Email Address: YorkRiver@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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