When English imports were cut off by the Revolution, local weavers came forward to fill the need for everyday items. Watch how flax, cotton, and wool are converted from tangled masses into orderly, precise fabrics—ranging from simple linens for shirts and shifts to blankets, towels, dyed wool for needlework, and stout woolens for military uniforms.
Other Experiences
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Subject to General
George Washington reflects on the events leading up to the revolution in Williamsburg and beyond that led him to his decision to become General Washington.
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Teach them Diligently
Journey with Ann Wager, a lifelong teacher in Colonial Virginia, as she experiences what it takes to run the Williamsburg Bray School.
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Traditions Mother's Day Brunch Buffet
Join us for a Celebration Buffet for at Traditions in the Williamsburg Lodge!
Open to the Public
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