Phillis Wheatley Presentation

Free Event. Thursday, October 2nd, 6:00PM

Dr. Daisy Century, a historical interpreter,  will be doing a presentation as the poet, Phillis Wheatley. 

The museum is located at 108 South Seventh St. in Vineland.  

Additional information is available by calling 856-691-1111 or email VinelandEvents@gmail.com

This program is made possible in part by funding from the Cumberland County Cultural and Heritage Commission , a partner of the New Jersey State Council of the Arts/Department of State and the National Endowment for the Art.

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About Our Special Guest: Dr. Daisy Nelson-Century 
Visit www.daisycentury.com for more info. 

As an Actress/Historical Interpreter:
Daisy defines her role as a Historical Interpreter because she becomes that character.  She dresses like the character  from that particular time period and weaves their story to the audience from birth to death.  She engages the audience through every phase of their life.  The audience  will be right there to laugh, cry, sigh, and cheer as the character unfolds right in front of their eyes.  The performances are usually 35 minutes to 1 hour long.  There is always room for questions at the end.
About Phillis Wheatley
Phillis Wheatley 1753-1784

The first published African-American poet and the first African-American female published writer, Phillis Wheatley’s life began in West Africa. Taken from her home on a slave ship when she was only 7, she was bought by the affluent and well-connected Wheatley family of Boston. The young girl looked so pitiful and so sickly and was “uncommonly intelligent,” so Mrs. Wheatley educated Phillis and had her work inside the house. She was further separated from other slaves because the Wheatleys didn’t let her associate with them. Phillis Wheatley was between two worlds, belonging to neither. This was made even more apparent when Phillis was not named in Mr. Wheatley’s will. Yet, through the Wheatleys she had met Benjamin Franklin, attended balls, written and published poetry. One poem, dedicated to George Washington, elicited a note from Washington who said he’d visit if he came to Boston. When Washington was in Boston, he sent soldiers to get her and was surprised to discover the poet was a black woman. And he might have been surprised to learn that although Ms. Wheatley was smart and educated and talented, with connections and published works, Phillis died at 31 in poverty in a boarding house with little heat. He would probably not be surprised that her words live on.

The world would be less beautiful, less inspired, without Phillis Wheatley. Dr. Daisy Century, also a published author, portrays this talented poet with respect and flair.

https://www.daisycentury.com/characters

Free Event - Donations Appreciated
This event is free to the public, but a $5 donation is suggested and appreciated. All donations directly support the mission of VHAS. Donations can be made in person, using PayPal/Credit Card via the donate link below or checks made payable to “VHAS” can be mailed to: PO BOX 35, Vineland NJ 08362-0035

https://discovervinelandhistory.org/donate

Thank you for your Support!
About Us: The Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society
CLICK HERE for links to our sites and more info. 

The Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society is the oldest local historical society in New Jersey, headquartered in the oldest purpose-built museum in the state. It was founded in 1864, just three years after the town of Vineland was established by Philadelphia attorney Charles K. Landis, who was a life member of the organization. Our collections include 19th century glassware, art, musical instruments and photographs, as well as Native American artifacts and Civil War memorabilia. The First House ever built in Vineland (in 1862) is located on the grounds of the museum and is available for tours. The Society is a 501(c)3 non-profit that relies on donations and financial support from the community. Location: 108 S Seventh St, Vineland, NJ 08360
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