Popular culture has a way of romanticizing archaeology. Just think about it. In the movies—misty, remote, and exotic sites are explored by archaeologists who are rugged, yet inexplicably well-manicured. They extract glittering artifacts from the ground in adrenaline-fueled moments. It’s exciting stuff! …
The DoG Street Patriot Reveals 5 Perfect Spots to Enjoy a Colonial Williamsburg Picnic
With warm weather here and summer fast approaching, picnic season is upon us! Ah, yes—that most summer of traditions—the picnic. And what better place to spend an afternoon lounging in the sun, enjoying a gentle breeze?…
Musings from the Millinery: What It’s Like to be a 21st-century Apprentice
It’s Abby again, from the Margaret Hunter Millinery shop. This time, I’d like to talk about our apprenticeships and hopefully this post will answer any questions that might be floating around out there….
Do You Know Prince, the Famous Dog Inside Our Art Museums?
Animals abound in Williamsburg—from our colonial cats, to our Leicester Longwool sheep, to our majestic horses. Few know however, about a black and white-spotted dog named Prince, who lives at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg.
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Mr. Jefferson and the Giant Moose! Say What?
What do Thomas Jefferson, an American moose, and a French naturalist have in common? It sounds like the beginning of a bad joke, but it’s actually the subject of Dr. Lee Dugatkin’s book entitled Mr. Jefferson and the Giant Moose. Lee Dugatkin will be at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg to fill us in on this little-known story! …
Musings From the Millinery
Hello! My name is Abby and I am an apprentice milliner and mantua-maker (dressmaker) at the Margaret Hunter Shop. I would just like to introduce myself to you lovely readers out there, and give a little bit of insight into my day and career with Colonial Williamsburg….
18th Century Meets Garden Style: Three Stunning Blue & White Tablescapes
When a gardening guru like James Farmer kicks off a how-to session by declaring “We have an embarrassment of riches when it comes to flowers,” you know you’re in for an extravagant display. We were thrilled by the beauty of his floral arrangements and the synergy of his “Porch Living” designs combined with our WILLIAMSBURG “Trend Meets Tradition” products. We hope these videos inspire you to create your own tablescapes!
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How to Set A Modern Thanksgiving Table Using 18th-century Inspiration
You don’t have to be a professional designer to bring artful elegance to your holiday table. Our staff from the WILLIAMSBURG Brand product licensing team set a beautiful Thanksgiving table in the WILLIAMSBURG At Home store that combines signature, traditional pieces with unexpected, on-trend accents. We tagged along for a little inspiration and together, we created a how-to video. Just follow our five easy steps and then learn how many of these modern ideas actually started in the 18th century!
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A Behind-the-Scenes Look at our Historic Paint Collection
When you think of Colonial Williamsburg interior design, what paint color comes to mind? Did you think “Williamsburg Blue”? Many people do, and we’re out to spread the word that 18th-century buildings used a much bolder and varied color palette than people once knew….