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For additional information, call 434-525-1806 or e-mail westward@poplarforest.org
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Cast of Characters
Bill Barker as Thomas Jefferson: Bill
currently portrays Jefferson for The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.
He is the same height, weight, and general appearance as the man who has
so long interested him.
His ancestors were closely associated with the world Jefferson knew and
he has enjoyed researching those times.
Bill received a bachelor’s degree in history from Villanova University.
He has performed for Poplar Forest, the White House, and the Palace of
Versailles, as well as numerous schools and festivals.
Bill enjoys traveling, historical research, and archaeology.
Richard Cheatham as Meriwether Lewis: Dick
has been a living history character interpreter for over twenty years, dating
back to his work for the National Park Service.
He is a graduate of Virginia Military Institute and was formerly a school
teacher, museum educator, and television reporter.
Presently he is a weekly newspaper columnist and professional historian;
he is also a member of the National Speakers Association and speaks throughout
the country.
He has appeared on the History Channel and The Learning Channel. Jeff Taylor as Master of Ceremonies Jeff
is Director of Public Relations and Web Services at Virginia’s 13 WSET in
Lynchburg.
He has worked in both radio and television.
Throughout Jeff's career he has served as news anchor, managing editor,
executive producer, and consultant.
He has done news stories for Good Morning America, World News Tonight and
Nightline. Jeff is involved in re-enacting life and transportation on the James
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"The
Object of our Mission"