Engraving a silver or gold object would not only create a beautiful design, but would add security in the 18th century, showing ownership with a family crest or a monogram. Watch as engravers carry on the same tradition as engraver William Waddill did in late 18th-century Williamsburg. You’ll see engraving on silver, gold, copper, pewter, brass, and bronze items, often made in our Foundry and Silversmiths shops.
Other Experiences
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Visit a Nation Builder
Step into the past with a Nation Builder. Through stories, discussion, and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges they faced.
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The Public Hospital of 1773
The Public Hospital in Williamsburg was the first mental hospital in British North America. Discover how the treatment of patients and the facility changed over time.
Open to the Public
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1775 Gunpowder Plot
It is 1775 in Williamsburg. The Governor orders the removal of the gunpowder from the magazine, lighting the fuse for war in Virginia. Participate in the arrival of the Revolution.
Open to the Public