TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - TelAve -- Theater with a Mission will bring Revolutionary Florida to life during a free, three-day festival, "Time Travel into Florida 1776" at Goodwood Museum & Gardens, 1600 Miccosukee Road, happening May 29–31, 2026.

The family-friendly event features parades, live performances, storytelling, historic crafts, animal encounters, vintage dances, and the premiere of the new play, "Feuding Families in Florida, 1776."

EVENT AT A GLANCE

Friday, May 29 (10 a.m.): speaker series featuring Pulitzer Prize winner Kathleen DuVal and 4 other experts in Native history with a panel discussion about Native Americans during the American Revolution

Friday, May 29 (7 p.m.): Birthday party for King George III, with cake & ice cream, musical concert by Tallahassee Bach Parley, dances by Atlanta Historic Dance, a world premiere by Theater with a Mission, and breaking news from Revolutionary battlefields

Saturday, May 30 (10 a.m.): Defending Florida's Freedom, with militia drills, live music, petting zoos, crafts, storytelling, dance lessons, and parades on the lawn

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Saturday, May 30 (7 p.m.) Loyal Florida Costume Ball, where you dress up with finery from any era to enjoy dance lessons, historic music, and desserts, spiced with Patrick Henry's "Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Death."

Sunday, May 31 (12 noon–6 p.m.): Devotions and Declarations, with hymns for Patriots and Loyalists, the Declaration of Independence, a Family Tea Dance (with a Loyal Florida Boston harbor tea party), and a stirring parade as the militia marches out to defend East Florida from Patriot invasion

"This is history you can see, hear, and taste firsthand," said Ben Gunter, Artistic Director at Theater with a Mission. "We've designed this experience to go beyond observation. Families will interact with characters, witness the tensions between Patriots and Loyalists, and explore the diverse voices that shaped Florida in 1776. It's fun, it's immersive, it's educational, and it's deeply human. Our goal is for every person who attends to leave with a stronger connection to history and a clearer understanding of how these stories still matter today."

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About Theater with a Mission
Theater with a Mission is a dynamic non-profit arts and cultural organization based in Tallahassee, Florida, dedicated to educating, inspiring, and uniting communities through transformative theatrical experiences. With a focus on storytelling that connects past to present, TWAM plays a leading role in community engagement initiatives, including its signature America 250 programming. Through strategic partnerships, innovative performances, and community-centered events, TWAM serves as a catalyst for tourism and civic pride.  For additional information, visit TWAM online at www.theaterwithamission.com. For an interview opportunity, email: vel@vasajommunications.com.