White picket fences have been around since the 18th century and you’ll find so many beautiful variations of them in and around the colonial capital. Over the years, the white picket fence has come to symbolize the all-American dream complete with the family, children, and wonderful house. But it also represents a place of peace. Here in the Revolutionary City, the fences and gates are waiting to welcome you to a world of serenity.
Please—sit back, relax, and enjoy this photo essay put together with a little help from local photographers Charlie Wilson, Fred Blystone, Arden Billings, and Shannon Schojan who all love Colonial Williamsburg as much as I do! Once you’ve scrolled through the images, let us know if any of these spots look familiar and if you have a favorite spot we didn’t feature.
What’s your favorite detail about our charming colonial capital? Leave a comment to share your memories!
I loved the photos - you have taken some that we haven’t. Williamsburg is beautiful.
Thank you!
Thank you, Eileen (from England!) We hope you get to visit us again soon.
What a beautiful collection of photos. Such peacefulness and serenity captured by the marvelous eyes of a talented group of photographers I love the shot of the Colonial Nursery with the beautiful spring blooms waiting to be a part of someone’s home. One of my favorite gates is the one that leads to the front door of the St. George Tucker House, partially captured in some of the photos. Thank you for this collection..
Thank you for your feedback, Thom. This was a fun blog to put together, especially with a little help from so many local talented photographers.
Love, love, love these photos!!! I agree that picket fences give off a sense of peace and security. These photos make me want to catch the next Southwest flight to visit my favorite historical place!! I have never been there during the autumn; therefore, I think I need to visit this autumn! Thank you for these great blog posts too! Have a great week!
Jan
Thanks, Jan. And I agree-you should definitely visit in autumn. It’s my absolute favorite time of year here!
I love the gates and fences, and what lies beyond - beautiful, beautiful gardens full of lovely flowers! I have so many photos of flowers (and butterflies and bees) in different seasons, that brighten my days, and the days of my friends in other parts of the country and the world! I can always cheer someone up with a little piece of Colonial Williamsburg!
What a wonderful friend you are, Bonnie! Thank you for reading and for spreading the love for Colonial Williamsburg.
Jessica, let me put it this way - there isn’t one I don’t like. I love all of them and they all enhance Williamsburg to make it extra special. Thank you for wonderful photos.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the blog, Kathy! I agree that much of Colonial Williamsburg’s charm is in the details.