Reenactments of the Second Virginia Convention
St. John's Church presents historical reenactments at the original location of the Second Virginia Convention of March 1775. Professional actors in 1770s attire portray ten delegates, including Patrick Henry, Thomas Jefferson, and George Washington. The delegates engage in the debates and arguments of the Second Virginia Convention, which lead up to Patrick Henry’s immortal “Give me liberty or give me death!” speech.
Summer Reenactment Series
The summer season of public reenactments began during America's Bicentennial and continues to thrill audiences as Richmond's longest running historical performance. These popular performances occur each Sunday in the summer beginning Memorial Day weekend and run through Labor Day weekend as well as the 4th of the July.
Program Schedule
1:00pm - Tickets distributed at front of church on a first-come, first-served basis
1:30pm - Patriotic music program
2:00pm - Reenactment program begins
Audience: Appropriate for adults, families, and students
2010 Reservation Policies: Reservations may be made for groups of ten or more. Cost is $5.00 a person.
Each reenactment is preceded by a patriotic music program performed on the rare Adam Stein organ. A voluntary donation is collected at the end of each performance. Reenactments last approximately 45 minutes.
Anniversary Reenactment
The Anniversary Reenactment takes place on the Sunday closest to March 23rd, the anniversary of the day on which Henry delivered his speech. In the presence of Washington, Jefferson, and other notable Virginians, Patrick Henry delivered his passionate call for liberty, uttering the immortal words, "Give me liberty or give me death!" Free and open to the public. Please call 804-648-5015 for more information.
Program Schedule:
1:00pm - Tickets distributed at front of church on a first-come, first-served basis
1:30pm - Patriotic music program
2:00pm - Reenactment program begins
Audience: Appropriate for adults, families, and students
Students: Elementary, middle, and high school. SOL-aligned and a thrilling and powerful performance that brings history to life.
2010 Reservation Policies:
Reservations may be made for groups of ten or more.
Cost is $5.00 a person.
Veterans Day Reenactment
Commemorate Veterans Day by bringing your friends and family to a reenactment of the Second Virginia Convention of March 1775. The Veterans Day Reenactment takes place each November on the Sunday before Veterans Day. Free and open to the public. Please call 804-648-5015 for more information.
Program Schedule:
1:00pm - Tickets distributed at front of church on a first-come, first-served basis
1:30pm - Patriotic music program
2:00pm - Reenactment program begins
2010 Reservation Policies:
Reservations may be made for groups of ten or more.
Cost is $5.00 a person.
Court End Christmas
Court End Christmas is an annual Richmond tradition when many sites located in and near downtown Richmond throw open their doors to celebrate the coming holiday. There is free parking available and shuttles transport guests between sites. Please contact Valentine Richmond History Center at 804.649.0711 for more information.
St. John's Church will have the following schedule:
1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.: Reenactment of the Second Virginia Convention of March 1775, where Patrick Henry urged his fellow delegates to action when he uttered the immortal words, "Give me liberty or give me death!" Seating begins at 12:30pm.
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.: Costumed interpreters in the church will be available to answer questions about the church, Patrick Henry, and the events in Virginia leading up to the American Revolution
All events are free and open to the public. Please call 804.648.5015 or email programs@saintjohns.cc for more information.
Court End Christmas
Sunday, December 11th, 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Miller & Rhoads Charity Christmas Tree Contest
Tuesday, December 6th - Friday, January 6th
