We The People:

The World in Our Commonwealth  

Open March 18 - April 27 

From the earliest days of colonial settlement to today, people from around the globe have come to Virginia to make this place their home. This traveling exhibit from the Virginia Museum of History and Culture explores the diversity of the immigrant experience and the profound impact immigrants have had on Virginia’s history and identity. Throughout the centuries, immigrants have shaped the culture, driven the economy, and connected Virginia to the world, while also defining the nature of citizenship and what it means to be a Virginian.

So much more than the wife of John Adams, Abigail Adams was a woman of deep strength, keen intelligence and quick wit. In an age when women were not allowed to discuss politics, Abigail was nonetheless involved behind the scenes in the shaping of our nation. Nationally acclaimed Actress, Playwright and Storyteller Megan Wells, brings Abigail fully to life in this engaging conversation with the woman who penned, “Remember the ladies...”.

For ages 12 and up. Free.

Registration not required; Limited seating is first come first served.

Presented by Fairfax City Historic Resources and Cultural Arts, and Better Said than Done. Supported in part by a grant from the City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts.