Tryon Palace to show movie on slavery

More than a century before the first brick was laid at Tryon Palace, settlers were arriving in force to America's shores. Not all of them came of their own choice.

A short film presented Friday in the Visitor's Center of Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens will tell the story of some of our nation's earliest immigrants. "Slavery & Plantation Life" recounts the early 1600s and chronicles the efforts of some of the country's first settlers, including those brought against their will to work as slaves on plantations.

With no charge for admission, "parents can just bring their children" and enjoy the educational production, said Nancy Hawley of Tryon Palace.

This offering is part of a summerlong series of informative films presented weekly by the New Bern historic site; and it's a Friday series gaining in popularity.

"People here locally know about it," said Hawley, suggesting that to get seats visitors should arrive just a bit before the 3 p.m. start time, especially for caregivers with groups.