Fantastic Wreaths and Where to Find Them

December 6, 2016 by Katherine Morris Ainslie 9 Comments

As usual, Colonial Williamsburg went all out with the Grand Illumination festivities over the weekend. (We hope you enjoyed them either in person or via social media!). Now that we’re fresh off Grand Illumination weekend, it’s time to talk decorations. You may remember from last year’s post that the tradition in our house is to let the kids pick the theme (for better or worse). At first, I wondered how we could outdo our Star Wars wreaths of last year, but then I heard the kids’ new theme. And truth be told, I was probably more excited than they were……

Jigglypuff Spotted on Palace Green. Pokémon GO Creates New Interest in Historic Area!

July 14, 2016 by Katherine Morris Ainslie 15 Comments

Last week, two of my favorite things combined to create the greatest experience ever—Colonial Williamsburg and gaming! When the new app Pokémon GO rolled out, it didn’t take long for the craze to hit the Historic Area. Believe me, if you had ever told me CW would become famous for its Pokémon, I probably would have suggested you tour the Public Hospital. But I am here to tell you that it is true. And let me tell you, if Thomas Jefferson and Patrick Henry had known how many Evees were roaming around the Raleigh Tavern, they would have never gotten anything done!…

A CW Guide for Parents With Infants and Toddlers

June 3, 2016 by Katherine Morris Ainslie 21 Comments

Since the school-aged kids are still wrapping up their academic years, now is the perfect time to visit with your younger kids. (Not that any time of year is a bad idea.)

This is a tricky list because the difference between a 3 month old and a 3 year old is a million miles. But I think these are great options for parents and grandparents of toddlers to make sure you have a lovely time in our Revolutionary City. Now, here are my top five favorite activities in CW for this age group….

How to Make the Most Out of Your Colonial Williamsburg Vacation

May 18, 2016 by Katherine Morris Ainslie 14 Comments

Ok! So in my last post, I answered some of the big questions frequently asked when prepping for a family trip to Colonial Williamsburg. Now, you are finally here! What do you do?…

A Mom’s Guide to Planning Your Colonial Williamsburg Vacation!

May 9, 2016 by Katherine Morris Ainslie 12 Comments

Vacationing in Colonial Williamsburg is one of the greatest experiences a kid can have. I can say this as a little girl who did it and now, as a mom who does it with her own kids. I can also tell you with absolute certainty there are many, many employees you can walk up to and ask about their first time at CW. Their eyes will get big, they will smile, and they will gladly share the tales of their childhood family vacations. It is quite literally a life-changing experience….

Guest Blog: Why Our Art Museums Are the Hot Places to Visit This Winter!

January 25, 2016 by Katherine Morris Ainslie Leave a Comment

As I write this, the fire in the fireplace is crackling and the temperature outside is a single digit. My desire to go outside does not exist. I realize, as a born and raised New Yorker, I have experienced some cold weather, but there is a reason I moved south. And, mostly, Virginia does a good job of delivering the nice weather. But as we sit here facing a month or so of particularly cold weather, I am revisiting one of my favorite parts of Colonial Williamsburg… The Art Museums!…