Reenactments of the Second Virginia Convention

The Patrick Henry Committee of 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 of the “founding fathers” who participated in the animated convention debates culminating in Patrick Henry’s “Give me liberty or give me death” speech.

PUBLIC REENACTMENTS

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 running through Labor Day weekend.  The Anniversary Reenactment is held on the Sunday in March closest to 23 March, the actual date of Henry’s speech.

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.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

1:00 p.m.            Free tickets are distributed at the front door
1:15 p.m.            Seating begins
1:30 p.m.            Music program
2:00 p.m.            Reenactment

PRIVATE REENACTMENTS

Groups may arrange for a private reenactment throughout the year.  Performances can be scheduled any day of the week, day or evening.  Seating capacity is 325.  Please call our Visitor Center at 804-648-5015 or email programs@saintjohns.cc for more information or current pricing.