CIVIL WAR TO CIVIL RIGHTS: The M. L. King and R. E. Lee Connection January 16, 2010

Discover the connection between a famed Confederate general and a legendary Civil Rights leader during a program entitled, “Civil War to Civil Rights” at Shirley Plantation January 16 - 19, 2010. January 18th marks the federal holiday in honor of Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birth and January 19th is the birthday of Robert E. Lee.
The 30-minute “Civil War to Civil Rights” program brings to life the inspirational words of General Robert E. Lee and the Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr. Program times are 11:45 AM, 12:45 PM, 1:45 PM, and 2:45 PM from January 16 – 19, 2010. The program will highlight the lives, careers, and visions of two of the most quotable men in United States history and will take place in the original Kitchen building. Complimentary warm cider will be available by the open fireplace in the Kitchen building .

The “Civil War to Civil Rights” program is included at no additional cost. Regular admission to Shirley Plantation is $11.00 for adults and $7.50 for youth (6-18), with discounts for AAA members, seniors and military.

Shirley Plantation is located on Scenic Route 5, just 10 miles east of I-295 near Richmond and 35 miles west of Williamsburg. For more information call 1-800-232-1613.

Official Website: http://www.shirleyplantation.com/civil_war_2010.html