Scholarship

Education and research build a strong foundation. The Williams Tucker 1624 Society conducts research into the life of William Tucker and that of his descendants. As we gain insight into the strength and resilience of the Africans who built and populated the United States of America, we document, preserve, and share their narratives. The mission of the Society is to educate the greater public about the first Africans to arrive in Virginia.

In 2022, the William Tucker 1624 Society began its commitment to supporting high school graduates of the Hampton City School System, who exemplify academic excellence and community involvement. There were two inaugural scholarship recipients and over the years the scholarship reach has grown.