Saluting the Military Spouse: Empowering Legacies

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Saluting the Military Spouse: Empowering Legacies
January 13, 2026 | Williamsburg, VA
Limited to 50 Military Spouses

We invite you to register for a powerful day of connection, celebration, and empowerment—created exclusively for military spouses.

Hosted in the heart of historic Williamsburg, this program honors the 250-year legacy of military spouses while helping you reflect on the mark you’re making today: in history, in your community, and within your own family.

What You’ll Experience

• Keynote Conversation: Hear from military spouses leading the way at William & Mary in a conversation designed to help you consider your own legacy. You’ll gain practical tools, meaningful insights, and empowering takeaways to support you on your journey.
• Celebratory Brunch
• Complimentary Professional Headshots
• VIP Experiences at Colonial Williamsburg
• Free Access to the Historic Area
• A $25 Local Restaurant Gift Certificate courtesy of the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce

The agenda for the day:

• 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. | Registration and Coffee
• 9:30 – 9:35 a.m. | Welcome Remarks: Kathleen Jabs
• 9:35 – 9:45 a.m. | Charles Fulcher: History of the Wren Building
• 9:45 am -10:00 am. | W&M Special Collections Research Center Military Spouse Collections
• 10:00 am– 10:15 a.m. | Break/Look at Military Spouse Special Collections
• 10:15 – 11:00 | Panel Discussion: The Military Spouse Legacy & Place in American History
• 11:00 – 11:45 a.m. | Brunch (Networking & Professional Headshots)
• 12:00 – 12:45 p.m. | Empowering Legacies Art Activity
• 12:45- 1:00 p.m. | Walk to Colonial Williamsburg
• 1:00 – 2:15 p.m. | Private Tour of Colonial Williamsburg
• Optional After 2:15 | Explore Colonial Williamsburg & Networking

This is an intimate, highly curated program with only 50 spaces available. Early registration is encouraged.

Reserve Your Spot (Register Here) https://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/SALUTESPOUSEJAN2026

A day to honor history. A day to celebrate you. A day to empower the legacy you’re building.

Presented in partnership with:
The Hampton Roads Workforce Council • William & Mary Military & Veteran Affairs • William & Mary Strategic Cultural Partnerships (hosting program elements in the historic Wren Building) • The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation (providing complimentary access and VIP programming) • The Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce (donating restaurant gift certificates)

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