As the resident grandmother of the Social Media Team, I was excited when asked to provide my thoughts on holiday gift ideas, as I am currently in the throes of finding gifts for two of my greatest loves, my granddaughters Lilyann (Lily), Age 5 and Gracelyn (Gracie), Age 3….
Plan Your December Visit with This Guide to New Seasonal Programs, and a Few Classics!
People from all walks of life are drawn back to Williamsburg again and again because it represents a common bond of shared history and traditions. But that doesn’t mean we can’t make some space for the new. Here’s a sampling of 2016 debuts and a few old favorites….
A Holiday Gift Guide for the Animal Lover in Your Family
From this beautiful colonial cookie jar to unique silver charms to children’s books and stuffed animals… we offer several Colonial Williamsburg-inspired gifts for the animal lover in your life. I put together my list of favorites that caters to a variety of budgets. Check it out and see what you think!
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A Holiday Gift Guide for Foodies
If your gift list is peppered with friends and family that “have it all”—then today’s guide is for you. After all, who doesn’t love food? Check out our top 10 unique 18th-century inspired gifts for the foodie in your life.
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The Insiders Guide to Grand Illumination 2016
On Sunday, Dec. 4, we’ll be welcoming the season with Grand Illumination, one of Colonial Williamsburg’s most magical—and popular—evenings. We hope you’ll join us for the lights, music, and fireworks. Here are some tips to help you make the most of it!
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Decorate Your Tree With Colonial Williamsburg Christmas Ornaments!
I realize some of you may think it’s still too early to talk about Christmas. After all, we just celebrated Thanksgiving. But in our house, it’s tradition to shift from turkeys to trees this weekend. We love picking out a live tree and one of my favorite parts is of course unpacking all of the ornaments!…
Carriage Lamps Prove Modest Illumination Can Be Nice, Too
Our Tin Shop, with the assistance of some Historic Trades colleagues, recently delivered working 18th-century lamps for three of our carriages, making it easier for drivers and passengers to see and be seen.
And isn’t that the point of a carriage ride?…
Horsin’ Around With Our Newest Addition to Coach & Livestock-Luke!
It’s been a couple of weeks since we first introduced you to our new Gelderlander-Percheron cross, Luke. And let me tell you firsthand that his picture doesn’t do him justice. This massive beauty stands at 17.1 hands and tips the scale at an equally impressive weight. …
Art Museums Expansion Ready to Move Forward
The first large-scale expansion and upgrade to the building that houses the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum and the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum since its opening in 1985 is slated to break ground in April 2017. “The expansion means the creation of dedicated gallery spaces for fine art, costumes, archaeological artifacts, weapons, numismatics, and a host of other materials that are now too rarely seen,” said Ron Hurst, Carlisle Humelsine chief curator and vice president for collections, conservation, and museums….
The Great Big Thanksgiving Roundup: Our Favorite Recipes & Events for 2016
Ladies and gentlemen, we are officially less than one week away from Thanksgiving day preparation. Are you ready? Today’s blog has two simple options to have the best Thanksgiving ever: join us here in one of our taverns or modern restaurants or try out some of our favorite recipes at home.
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