No asphalt, no sewers, plenty of mud. Those were some of the realities of colonial Virginia. So in yonder days, when calls for liberty coexisted with ankle-deep muck, how did a person aspiring to respectability keep his shoes looking new?…
Three Healthy Recipes to Kick-start Those New Year’s Resolutions!
It’s the time of year when so many of us get serious about getting fit… only to eventually fall back into old (bad) habits. Believe me when I say this is a no judgment zone. We simply want to show you some simple substitutions you can make in your diet to help you along the way. That’s right. You don’t have to give up what you love! Check out our recipe for a healthier ranch dressing/dip, breakfast option, and yes—even chocolate cake! …
Top 10 Blog Posts in 2015. Huzzah and Happy New Year!
It’s hard to believe that our blog recently celebrated its one year anniversary. This past year was an exciting one for the both the Foundation and our Making History team. From the return of our fresh gingerbread cookies to the transformation of Chowning’s into an authentic 18th-century alehouse to introducing our new puppy mascot to launching our first-ever kids archaeology dig—we’ve been busy to say the least.
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Blackbeard and His Ghostly Crew to Take Over Colonial Williamsburg this Halloween Weekend!
Looking for fun for the whole family? Don’t miss Colonial Williamsburg’s first ever Haunting on DoG Street: Blackbeard’s Revenge. We’re providing free trick-or-treating on not one, but two nights! UPDATE: We have reached our capacity for Trick-or-Treating on Oct. 30. You can still reserve your spot on Halloween night!…
Photo Essay: Every Day is Labor Day for Our Historic Trades
On a federal holiday set aside to celebrate American workers, many of us are ironically…. enjoying a day off work. Labor Day has become a long weekend to enjoy cookouts, one last swim at the community pool, and for some students—it’s that final day of “summer” before school starts. But stop by the Revolutionary City, and you’ll quickly see that for our historic trades, it’s work as usual….
Photo Essay: A Spectacular Look at Colonial Williamsburg After Sunset
From the haunting tales of the Official Colonial Williamsburg Ghost Walk to lively entertainment and debate inside our 18th-century Alehouse—fun in the Revolutionary City continues well after the sun goes down. And as we get closer to autumn (my favorite time of year), we’ll soon have the added glow of the cressets!
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Introducing Liberty, Colonial Williamsburg’s New Mascot!
There’s a new top dawg on DoG Street. Meet Liberty, a shaggy mop of wavy fur, with boundless energy and a friendly disposition….
Planning a Colonial Williamsburg Vacation? Check Out Our Dog-friendly Options!
Planning a vacation can be tough when you have pets. In addition to the anxiety that sometimes comes with leaving your dogs behind, there’s also the added expense of either boarding them or hiring a pet sitter. Good news! If you visit Colonial Williamsburg, you may be able to bring your dogs with you!
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Mythbusting: 5 Common Misconceptions About George Washington
George Washington has been a figure shrouded in myth since before Parson Weems first spun his tale about the cherry tree in 1806. We’ve become more savvy about recognizing the stories that are more fable than fact in recent years. But there must be some popular misconceptions we have about our first president.
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Well Said, Old Fellow! How to Speak Like a Colonial Virginian
So you’ve got your tickets and you’re ready to head out into town. You’ve picked up the official Colonial Williamsburg Guide. You’ve rented a colonial dress for your daughter. Your son is sporting a cocked hat and a musket. Now what? Maybe it’s time to take your experience to the next level. It’s time to talk Colonial!
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