While each of our lambs has its own sheep mama, they all share one main human caretaker. Her name? Elaine Shirley. Elaine is the supervisor of Colonial Williamsburg’s Rare Breeds Program and part of her job is managing our flock of roughly 50 sheep, including this year’s 20 pregnant and nursing ewes. …
Kick Off Sheep Week and Help Us Name Our Triplets to Win an Amazing Prize Package!
Sheep Week has officially arrived and we couldn’t be more excited! From April 13 - 17, we’ll share trivia, behind-the-scenes interviews, videos, and of course plenty of pictures of our Leicester Longwool lambs. The three stars that have quickly taken center stage are our adorable triplets. Have you met them yet? Because they need names and we need your help!…
National Pet Day has Gone to the Dogs-George Washington’s Dogs, That is!
Photo Courtesy: Mount Vernon
Happy National Pet Day! With three dogs and a cat, I thought my house was a zoo. That is, until I started reading up on our first president. I knew George Washington was an avid animal lover but I had no idea just how many dogs he doted on over the years. There are some reports he had 50 or more during his lifetime.
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Religion in 18th-century Virginia: Before the Separation of Church & State
Since April is Religion Month and this year marks the 300th anniversary of Bruton Parish Church, we thought we’d take a closer look at how God and spirituality were critical aspects of everyday life in the colonial capital—so much so that going to church was the law! We’ll take you behind the scenes of our ongoing exhibit Faith, Community, and Change currently on display inside our Art Museums….
The Wheel Deal: British Apprentices Work With Colonial Williamsburg to Save a Dying Trade
If you stop into the Wheelwright shop right now, you’ll get to talk with two 19-year-old apprentices visiting us from across the pond. Not only are they working here, they’re also living with Master Wheelwright John Boag and his wife during their stay. So what’s it like for two teenagers to travel all the way to America for such a unique opportunity? We sat down with them to find out.
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Our “Rare” Colonial Chicks Reporting For Easter Duty!
Why serve traditional deviled eggs at your Easter brunch when you can step up your game and impress your friends and family with these adorable colonial chicks and their 18th-century accessories?
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Huzzah to the Return of an Authentic 18th-century Alehouse!
There’s been a lot of buzz about the changes coming to Chowning’s Tavern. Interpreters will soon welcome guests from 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. In addition to the longer hours, you’ll no longer need a reservation! And wait until you see all the changes we’ve made inside. While this new and improved alehouse doesn’t officially open for business until tomorrow, we have your exclusive behind-the-scenes look at just what you can expect….
The 10 Historic Gardens That Make Picture-Perfect Backdrops Every Spring!
From lambs and chicks to the vibrant splashes of color about to explode in our more than 30 historic gardens—spring is on its way to Williamsburg! Many would argue the true magnitude of beauty can only be experienced in person but we’re going to try our best to illustrate this season of new beginnings through beautiful images and some of your shared memories….
Don’t End Up in the Pillory. Plan a Spring Break Your Kids Will Love!
Nowadays, we’ve become inundated with flashy commercials, emails, and brochures from places touting to be THE top family vacation destination. One might even argue there are too many choices out there. Our advice? Make your trip educational and entertaining. Take a week to unplug, spend time with your kids, learn, and most importantly—have fun! …
March 17, 1780: General Washington Orders His Troops to Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day!
As many of you don your green and shamrocks, hoping to capitalize on a little luck o’ the Irish—we’re taking a look back at this day in history! How many of you knew that in March, more than 250 years ago, George Washington issued general orders proclaiming St. Patrick’s Day a holiday for his weary troops?
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