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Colonial Williamsburg is a living-history museum and private foundation presenting a part of the historic district in the city of Williamsburg, Virginia. Its 301-acre (122 ha) historic area includes several hundred restored or recreated buildings from the 18th century, when the city was the capital of the Colony of Virginia; 17th-century, ...
Colonial Williamsburg is the world’s largest living history museum. Our 301 acres feature iconic sites, working tradespeople, historic taverns, and two world-class art museums. For answers to specific questions, use the icons below to navigate to information on the page.
From the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club and The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg to Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area and our dozens of dining options, there’s something for everyone this Spring at Colonial Williamsburg Resorts.
The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation advances its mission — “that the future may learn from the past” — through educational programming, preservation and ongoing research. Williamsburg was the thriving capital of Virginia when the dream of American freedom and independence was taking shape.
Mar 6, 2023 · Colonial Williamsburg is the restored and reconstructed historic area of Williamsburg, Virginia, a small city between the York and James rivers that was founded in 1632, designated capital of the English colony in 1698, and bestowed with a royal charter in 1722.
What is Colonial Williamsburg? In Colonial Williamsburg's 301-acre Historic Area stand hundreds of restored, reconstructed, and historically furnished buildings. Costumed interpreters tell the stories of the men and women of the 18th-century city—black, white, and native American, slave, indentured, and free—and the challenges they faced.
Colonial Williamsburg, a 301-acre living history museum, brings travelers back in time to colonial Virginia through immersive experiences, historic interpretations, museums, and events. Landmarks include the Governor's Palace, the Capitol, the Raleigh Tavern, and historic Duke of Gloucester Street. Duration: More than 3 hours
Visit the 18th century city of Colonial Williamsburg and you'll discover why this was the capital of Virginia and the largest, most prosperous American colony. Men and women from all walks of life strolled these streets, and you'll following in their footsteps.
For 81 formative years, from 1699 to 1780, Williamsburg was the political, cultural, and educational center of what was then the largest, most populous, and most influential of the American colonies.
