Music, as a common interest to the gentry of Williamsburg, tied the community together, enhancing the exchange of ideas on politics and new ideals of revolution. Visit the Governor’s Palace Ballroom to delight as members of the Governor’s Musick ensemble play or sing examples of popular domestic music with examples of the types of instruments owned and enjoyed by members of Williamsburg’s gentry while using vocal and instrumental performance practices of the time.
Other Experiences
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Presentation: Firing of the Noon Gun
The noon gun signaled a cessation of morning drills and work parties and a start to preparing the midday meal.
Open to the Public
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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.
Open to the Public
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Organ Recital - Grant Holcomb
Come and see this beautiful 350-year-old worship space and experience a candlelit recital by Grant Holcomb, organist from River Road Presbyterian Church in Richmond, Virginia.
Open to the Public