Opened in 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 during this illustrated conversation.
Other Experiences
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Secrets of the Chocolate Maker
Enjoy a demonstration of 18th-century methods of making chocolate.
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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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Museum Highlights
Discover highlights from Colonial Williamsburg’s diverse collection during a guided tour.
Open to the Public