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Early American Clothing, Part II


  • The Colonial Wiiliamsburg Foundation (map)

Clothing was as important in the 18th century as it is today, important to the enslaved as well as to the free. Hope Wright is a veteran actor-interpreter at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, where she has served in a variety of roles over thirty years. Her special interest lies in uncovering the stories and exploring the history of Black people in early American times. Please join Hope as she she shares her research and answers your questions about the clothing, jewelry, and other material culture of enslaved Black women HERE.

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