The Williamsburg, Va.-foundation set up to commemorate the 400th anniversary of key events of the Virginia Colony, wants a PR firm to handle the three-year campaign.Jamestown Seeks PR for 400th Anniversary
Mon., Jul. 18, 2016
By Editorial Staff
The Williamsburg, Va.-foundation set up to commemorate the 400th anniversary of key events of the Virginia Colony, wants a PR firm to handle the three-year campaign.More stories from Editorial Staff
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