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Anastasia: The Musical (Youth Edition)
Join Providence Classical School as they explore the magic of what-if in this delightful musical about the hope of a lost Romanov princess in Anastasia: The Musical (Youth Edition)
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Conversation: Meet a Person of the Past
Meet people of the past at Charlton's Coffeehouse for some informal conversation or activity.
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DIY Craft: Quilting
Discover the story of Emma Russell, quilter, and enjoy a mini-quilting project.
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Evening Program: Dancing at the Governor's Palace
"Virginians will dance or die" wrote an 18th-century diarist. What better time than the 21st century to learn a few "new" dance steps? Audience participation encouraged.
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Explore the Declaration of Independence
Join this guided tour and explore the Declaration of Independence through objects on exhibit.
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Hands-On: Archaeology
Here's your chance to get behind the scenes at the Peter Scott House and Shop site! Join archaeologists for an up-close look at the excavation and hands-on programs!
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Map & Program Guide
Download our printable map and guide to help plan your path around the largest outdoor educational living museum in the country.
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Hands-On: Company of Comedians
Children of all ages! Join the Play House Players on the Duke of Gloucester Street to learn about Williamsburg’s theatre and participate in 18th-century entertainments.
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Hands-On: Crack the Code
Investigate Revolutionary War events through secret messages to see if you can Crack the Code.
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Hands-On: Create Art!
Drop by the Goode Education Studio and create art inspired by an object on exhibit.
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Hands-On: Stories on Stage
In this interactive family program, tell the tale of brave St. George and the Dragon! Learn about items in the Art Museums collection connected to the story & then take the stage.
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Hands-On: Toy Making!
Drop in and make a toy inspired by toys on exhibit.
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Hands-On: Under Arms
Guests of all ages will heed the call to arms and join the Williamsburg Independent Company.
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Music: The Art of Fifing & Drumming
Join the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes & Drums as they demonstrate the many musical tasks and ceremonies that occurred throughout a revolutionary soldier's day.
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Performance: Coffee Cantata
Mrs. Charlton’s daughter is in love with the delicious juice of the coffee bean! A comedic ballad opera based on Johann Sebastian Bach’s “Coffee Cantata.”
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Performance: Visit a Nation Builder
Step into the past with a Nation Builder. Through stories, discussion, and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges they faced.
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Performance: What Goes Up
Take flight with the first passengers in a hot air balloon in 1783!
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Public Auction
Take part in an exciting auction! Bid on selected items from Colonial Williamsburg stores as well as exclusive items not available elsewhere.
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Special Event: "Did You Know?" History Game Show
Come on down to the Hennage Auditorium to test your knowledge of history. Expand your mind! Impress your friends! Win a prize! Featuring special guest Thomas Jefferson.
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Special Event: 1775 Gunpowder Plot
It is 1775 in Williamsburg. The Governor orders the removal of the gunpowder from the magazine, lighting the fuse for war in Virginia. Participate in the arrival of the Revolution.
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Special Event: Lighting of the Cressets
Join us on the historic Duke of Gloucester Street as we bring our 18th-century streets to life at night.
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Sweet Tea & Barley Memorial Day Patio Celebration
Join us on the patio of Sweet Tea & Barley to celebrate Memorial Day! Food, games, and plenty of fun for all.
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The Great American Songbook
Sing away the winter blues with The Williamsburg Choral Guild in a concert of songs from the Great American Songbook.
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Tour: Favorite Family Pets
Join us on a family-friendly tour as we explore the galleries for animals of all shapes and sizes.
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Tour: Nassau Street, Past, Present, and Future
Join us at the First Baptist Church site for a walking tour and learn how a century of archaeology is contributing to a dynamic past, present, and future on Nassau Street.
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Tour: Stables Behind-The-Scenes
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our modern stables and learn more about our carriages.
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Tour: Women in Trades
Join us for a walking tour discussing the often-surprising realities of women’s labor, skills, and rights in 18th-century Williamsburg and the Colonial Atlantic World.
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