First-person Interpretation—Betsy Ross and Phyllis Wheatley by the DAR’s Tea & Rebellion Society

Step back in time as two remarkable women from American history come to life through first-person interpretation. Betsy Ross, the legendary seamstress credited with sewing the first American flag, and Phyllis Wheatley, an enslaved African American poet who became one of the first published Black authors in the nation, share their stories in their own words. This living-history performance brings the complexities and courage of the Revolutionary era into focus, offering families a dynamic way to connect with these influential figures and the pivotal moments they witnessed.