The Dominique chicken is one of the first breeds of chickens developed in the United States. They are small to medium in size with a very hardy constitution. Their heavy plumage protects the poultry from low winter temperatures.
English game fowl produce high-quality meat and eggs. Eggs from the poultry in the Rare Breeds program are used in the Historic Area Foodways program.
Nankin Bantam hens were used to hatch Pheasant and Quail eggs for large estates. With their copper-colored bodies and their green and black tail feathers, they are striking birds, and they make good pets because of their gentle nature.
Other Experiences
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Grand March and Review
Join the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes & Drums as they lead visiting corps from around the country in a Grand March.
Open to the Public
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"Celebrity in Print" on the Stage
Meet some famous faces of the 18th century and explore how the market for portrait prints played a role in the genesis of our modern concept of "celebrity."
Open to the Public
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Tin Plate Worker
See the tin plate workers snip, shape, and bend tin plate into kettles, cups, and other items.