The Story of Ellen Mitchell

Park Event · Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County Battlefields Memorial National Military Park · Sep 12, 2026 · 3:00 PM–3:30 PM

Laundry Demonstrations and the Story of Ellen Mitchell

Saturday, September 12, 2026

3 pm

Join park rangers and living historians for laundry demonstrations and to learn the story of laundress, Ellen Mitchell, who fundraised for her freedom. This program is a partner event in collaboration with the Slave Dwelling Project as a part of Voices of the Past: A Slave Dwelling Project Weekend. A shuttle will be available. Visit the event website for a full listing of weekend programs.

Source: National Park Service (public domain).