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Colonial Williamsburg Gets Covered in a Blanket of Snow

February 17, 2015 by Jessica A. Ross & Rachel West 17 Comments

ss 23Colonial Williamsburg opened for business at noon after a snowstorm dropped 4-6 inches across the capital city. Before we could make it out with our own cameras, some of you went exploring and shared your pictures with us. Thank you! With your help, we were able to create a slideshow of beautiful winter snapshots.

ss 17If you live locally and can safely make it out of your neighborhood, you still have time to come and see us. Just don’t forget your camera! The Visitor Center will be open until 5 p.m. and Greenhow Lumber House will remain open until 4:45 p.m. You can also warm up in Shields Tavern which is serving dinner from 5 – 7 p.m.

SNOWSTORM OCTAVIA – February 17, 2015

We think we got some postcard-perfect shots, especially behind the Governor’s Palace where the gardens were absolutely magical! Let us know—which are your favorites?

Photo Courtesy: Wilson Futrell
Photo Courtesy: Dave Doody

Photo Courtesy: Dave Doody
Photo Courtesy: Dave Doody
Photo Courtesy: Shannon Shojan

Photo Courtesy: Shannon Schojan





Photo Courtesy: Kristy Engel

Photo Courtesy: Wilson Futrell
Photo Courtesy: Kristy Engel

Photo Courtesy: Lisa Petrovich

Photo Courtesy: Shannon Schojan

Photo Courtesy: Janet Bird

Photo Courtesy: Wilson Futrell
Photo Courtesy: Wilson Futrell



Photo Courtesy: Shannon Schojan

Photo Courtesy: Shannon Schojan
Photo Courtesy: Shannon Schojan
Randolph House in snow

Photo Courtesy: Janet Bird
Photo Courtesy: Janet Bird

Photo Courtesy: Janet Bird
Photo Courtesy: Janet Bird
Photo Courtesy: Janet Bird

Photo Courtesy: Janet Bird

 

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Comments

  1. Paula Kocher says

    February 19, 2015 at 8:32 pm

    Stunning! especially like the glass cloches in the garden holding the promise of spring! We still have coldframe lettuce in PA but tonight may finish it….its wrapped in a blanket and plastic with a lightbulb inside…not a Colonial method for sure!

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  2. Donna Castro says

    February 18, 2015 at 12:35 pm

    Such beautiful pictures and talented photographers!

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    • Jessica A. WauhopJessica A. Ross says

      February 18, 2015 at 6:31 pm

      Thank you, Donna. What a sweet compliment. We’re so glad you enjoyed the pictures.

      Reply
  3. Thom M. Bercik says

    February 18, 2015 at 10:17 am

    I was in Williamsburg last Thursday and Friday, the 12th & 13, and was outside when the storm arrived in the afternoon on Thursday. Your photos were even more beautiful than that spectacular afternoon. I particularly loved the one of the two horses running in the storm with the snow flying off of their backs. thank you for these pictures.

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    • Jessica A. WauhopJessica A. Ross says

      February 18, 2015 at 12:25 pm

      You’re welcome, Thom. I’m sorry you missed the big snow Monday night but I hope you had a wonderful visit and you plan to come and see us again soon!

      Reply
  4. Frank Johns says

    February 17, 2015 at 7:36 pm

    Really beautiful. Besides my own home here in the Appalachian Mountains, my favorite place to be is Williamsburg, see you soon.

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    • Jessica A. WauhopJessica A. Ross says

      February 18, 2015 at 9:48 am

      We hope to see you soon Frank!

      Reply
  5. Judy Hodnett says

    February 17, 2015 at 5:47 pm

    Love the garden with snow behind the Governor’s Palace!

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    • Jessica A. WauhopJessica A. Ross says

      February 17, 2015 at 5:52 pm

      Thanks, Judy. We did too. I could have spent all day back there. It was beautiful!

      Reply
  6. Blbc says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:52 pm

    Glorious … Showcases the historic area in its winter spendor! I was eagerly anticipating your post today, expecting winter snow photographs. You delivered more than my expectation. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Jessica A. WauhopJessica A. Ross says

      February 17, 2015 at 5:53 pm

      Thank you! We enjoyed getting out and capturing the beauty for everyone who couldn’t join us!

      Reply
  7. LaJuana says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:37 pm

    Lovely captures! Thanks for sharing!

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    • Jessica A. WauhopJessica A. Ross says

      February 17, 2015 at 5:54 pm

      Thank you, LaJuana. I just added a few more one of our colleagues took of the cattle, horses, and sheep in the snow. I hope you enjoy them!

      Reply
  8. Peg Frankfurt says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:33 pm

    Enjoyed the pictures. Colonial Williamsburg is always beautiful, but there just is something special when it’s blanketed with snow. Thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
    • Jessica A. WauhopJessica A. Ross says

      February 17, 2015 at 5:54 pm

      I agree. We were happy to get at least one “real” snow this winter. It sounds like there may be a little more in the forecast tomorrow night.

      Reply
  9. Jessica A. WauhopJessica A. Ross says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:31 pm

    Thanks, Fred! We appreciate your feedback and support. The snow isn’t melting any time soon so I have a feeling we’ll be seeing some of your amazing work before the week is over.

    Reply
  10. Fred Blystone says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:24 pm

    Nice pictures—always enjoy your blog postings.

    Reply

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