A six city sail with a replica of one of the original ships that brought the settlers to Jamestown, VA in 1607 - the first permanent English settlement in America
OBJECTIVES
Shine a spotlight on America's 400th Anniversary, the founding of Jamestown, VA in 1607 and inspire the public to participate
Showcase the important role of Jamestown, VA in history, the legacies that began there; exploration, democracy, cultural diversity and free enterprise and the three
cultures that intersected there: the English, Indians, Africans - all sparking the building of the America we know today
SOLUTIONS
Launched the 18-month schedule of commemoration events with the newly built replica of one of the original English explorer ships, the Godspeed
Produced the Godspeed Sail, an 80 day tour of six eastern seaboard cities that contributed to the building of America - Alexandria, VA; Baltimore, MD; Philadelphia, PA; New York, NY; Boston, MA; Newport, RI
Created a 40,000 square foot highly engaging "land-based" traveling festival using the legacies of Jamestown as the themes
Designed original exhibits to tell the story and showcase the three cultures and their contributions
Developed an original live character production for children and a contemporary musical and dance performance group with original songs to reach audiences of all ages with commemoration messages
Provided participation opportunities to Virginia communities to showcase Virginia today
Created a 60' x 30' American Flag with hands from members of each port community
Engaged the host city leadership and local and regional cultural groups in the commemoration
RESULTS
Over 460,000 people participated
Partnerships and exposure for six east coast ports
Media impact in the millions
