2007 Jamestown Lecture Series:
Preservation & Exploration in the Shadow of John Smith
Kimball Theatre, Merchants Square, Williamsburg
October 9, October 30, and November 13, 2007
All lectures begin at 7:00 p.m

For more information, call 757-229-0412 or e-mail trock@apva.org
Ticket requests received less than 10 days in advance will be held at the door.

October 9
Jamestown, More Buried Truth . . .

Dr. William Kelso
Director of Archaeology
APVA Preservation Virginia

Hear about the plan behind the excavations and discovery of the remains of James Fort. Includes updates on the most current discoveries from the on-going excavations during 2007, and the exciting events surrounding the 400th Anniversary of the founding of Jamestown.

October 30
From Goats to Griffins: Animals, Real and Imaginary, at Jamestown

Bly Straube
Senior Curator, Jamestown Rediscovery
APVA Preservation Virginia

The archaeological investigations of James Fort have revealed that many animals, both real and imagined, accompanied the English colonists to Virginia in the early 17th century. Most came as livestock, providing an important source of food; but some were brought for purposes of hunting, protection, transportation, pest control, or companionship. The English also brought numerous imaginary animals depicted on the many objects they transported across the ocean for their use. These animals provided symbols by which individuals or institutions could be easily recognized in the colonial society.

November 13
Exploration Then and Now...An Astronaut's Perspective

Dr. Franklin Chang-Diaz
Astronaut, Retired
National Aeronautics and Space Administration

The spirit and courage of the Jamestown settlers hold many lessons and examples for today’s explorers. Come, listen and learn about the continued effort in exploring worlds beyond those we know. Future plans may very well be guided by the lessons of Jamestown’s past. NASA has been a partner to the Jamestown Rediscovery project, including the recent effort, when the 17th century lead James Towne shipping tag went into space on space shuttle mission STS-117.

Entire Series (All 3 Lectures)