Ed Ayers, a two-time Bancroft prize-winning historian and author, University of Richmond professor and president emeritus, and former University of Virginia Dean of Arts and Sciences, will touch on his work in digital history and how this reimagining helps others to fully understand and visualize the past.

He has been honored as National Professor of the Year, a recipient of the National Humanities Medal in 2012, president of the Organization of American Historians, and he served as founding board chair of the American Civil War Museum. He is the executive director of “New American History,” an online project based at the University of Richmond, designed to help students and teachers to see the nation's history in new ways. He is the author of numerous books, most recently the award-winning “American Visions: The United States, 1800-1860” (2023). 

Book Signing

Following the Director's Series program, Dr. Ayers will sign copies of his newest book, "American Visions: The United States, 1800-1860" (2023), available for purchase at the Jamestown Settlement museum shop.

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Reserve your seat to enjoy these thought-provoking conversations in-person or virtually for $10 per program. Admission is limited and tickets must be purchased online in advance. For questions, call (757) 253-4572.

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TowneBank is presenting sponsor of the 2024 Director’s Series.