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A Public Audience with the 1st President, George Washington
Meet with President Washington as he looks back over his long career in public service.
CW Admission
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A Public Audience with the 3rd President, Thomas Jefferson
Meet with President Jefferson as he looks back over his long career in public service.
Art Museums Admission
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A Public Audience with the 4th President, James Madison
Join President James Madison as he reflects on the invention of the executive branch of the United States.
Art Museums Admission
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Across the Board
Over a game of chess Thomas Jefferson and his manservant, Jupiter, challenge and amuse each other.
CW Admission
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African American Contributions at the Governor's Palace
Learn about the contributions of free and enslaved African-Americans during your visit to the Palace. Tours every 20-30 minutes.
CW Admission
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All Things are Possible
Robert Carter III discusses his inner struggles and new-found faith that will lead him to an extraordinary decision and an equally remarkable action.
CW Admission
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American Indian Interpretation
Explore the diverse cultures of Native peoples striving to preserve their traditional way of life and learn about the roles they played in creating a new country.
CW Admission
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An Evening with the Presidents
Join George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison for a discussion of their experiences as president.
Open to the Public
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Behind the Wythe House
Explore the yard and first floor of the Wythe House. Discuss Enlightenment thinking and the ideas that shaped the Revolution.
CW Admission
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Brickyard Work
Discover the process of making bricks that will be used in building projects around town.
CW Admission
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Carpenter's Yard
Discover how the carpenters use hand tools to transform trees into lumber and lumber into buildings.
CW Admission
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Dominion Energy Presents Liberty Ice Pavilion
Enjoy a family-friendly activity at the Liberty Ice Pavilion sponsored by Dominion Energy. Experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the holidays with a few turns on the ice.
Open to the Public
Event Ticket
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Emily's Thomas Jefferson Event
This is a wonderful Thomas Jefferson event. Update.
CW Admission
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Entertainments at the Play House
See the theatrical entertainments of The Jug Broke Theatre Co. Enjoyment for all! Check the marquee by the stage for daily performances.
CW Admission
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Fire a Flintlock Musket
Fire live rounds at a target from two different reproduction 18th-century flintlock firearms used during the Revolutionary War.
Open to the Public
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Freedom's Paradox
Explore the paradox of the institution of slavery and the movement for independence in a 60 minute walking tour which begins and ends at the Randolph Yard.
CW Admission
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From the Ashes
As the ashes settle on Washington D.C., James and Dolley Madison struggle to find a path forward.
Art Museums Admission
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Ghost Walk Junior
Calling guests of all ages! Enjoy this 45-minute ghost tour of traditional spooky stories with a Colonial Williamsburg flavor. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Open to the Public
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Growing a Colonial Garden
Explore this garden filled with vegetables and perfumed by heirloom roses and herbs.
CW Admission
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Haunted Williamsburg
Brave centuries of scares, from 18th-century colonial ghost stories to creepy modern-day encounters!
Open to the Public
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Judith and Daniel
Judith and Daniel, an enslaved couple, anxiously await their reunion after a year apart. Learn the tragic story resulting in their separation.
Art Museums Admission
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Nation Builders Discuss the Institution of Slavery
Join two Nation Builders to discuss how they viewed the complicated tragedy that was the institution of slavery.
Art Museums Admission
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Nation Builders Discuss the Rights of Women
Join two Nation Builders to discuss how they viewed and debated the rights of women.
Art Museums Admission
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Pop-Up Archaeology!
Join archaeologists in the Art Museum for a special pop-up exhibition of artifacts from Custis Square and the First Baptist Church archaeology sites!
Open to the Public
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Public Auction
Take part in an exciting auction! Bid on selected items from Colonial Williamsburg stores as well as exclusive items not available elsewhere.
Open to the Public
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Slavery and the Law
On your visit to the Capitol, discover how enslaved African Americans interacted with and were impacted by the law. Tours every 20-30 minutes.
CW Admission
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Succordia's Prayer
As she mourns the passing of her beloved, Succordia, an enslaved woman in the twilight of her life, tells us her story of love and faith that transcends her enslaved status.
Art Museums Admission
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TEST--Greenhow
Enjoy this wonderful opportunity to scan event tickets at Greenhow Lumber House! You won't want to miss this special event.
Open to the Public
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TEST--Play House Stage
This is a wonderful program for scanner testing. Enjoy positive and negative events all day long.
Open to the Public
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TEST--Weaver Scanning
Join us for the wonderful scanning opportunity. The weaver's shop is a key location. Enjoy the ride!
Open to the Public
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TMM Test Tavern Event
Test Tavern Dining Event
Open to the Public
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TMMTest2021
Ticketed Test Event to validate the EMS changes.
Open to the Public
Event Ticket
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The Palace Garden Party
Join us on May 7, for an immersive 18th-century garden party at the Governor's Palace. Guests will enjoy seasonal enchantments with libations, traditional music, and dancing.
Open to the Public
Event Ticket
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The Price of Womanhood
Meet two women separated by time, but not by place as they discuss what it means to be female, educated, represented, and equal.
Art Museums Admission
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The Public Armoury
Witness the effort of diverse individuals to support the Revolutionary War at this industrial complex.
CW Admission
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The Sword and the Press
Join Colonel George Washington and Clementina Rind as they reflect on the last war with the French.
Art Museums Admission
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Tradespeople in the Raleigh Tavern
Visit the silversmiths, wigmakers, bookbinders, public leatherworks, and more to explore the techniques and tools used in their trades.
CW Admission
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Visit a Nation Builder
Step into the past with a Nation Builder and learn about their contribution to the founding of our nation.
CW Admission
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Weavers at Work
Learn how flax, cotton, and wool are converted from tangled masses into orderly, precise fabrics.
CW Admission
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Women and the Law tours
Uncover the stories of women who engaged with the highest levels of colonial law and government as not only victims but active participants - even criminals. Tours every 15-20 min.
CW Admission