Every object in our collection has an interesting back story. Discover who created the object, who owned it, and how it ended up in our collection. A curator, educator, or conservator will examine an object each week.

Other Experiences
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To Hang a Pirate
Join with us in a trial of a member of the crew of Blackbeard the pirate that actually occurred in Williamsburg in 1719. Hear the evidence and make a judgment!
Open to the Public
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Special Event: CW Lights
Explore our family-friendly evening experience in the Governor's Palace Gardens. This magical glow event will transform our world-class gardens.
Open to the Public
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Music: Fife & Drum March
The Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums, representing military field musicians, march from the Capitol to the Palace Green.
Open to the Public