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The Raleigh Tavern served as a critical stage for Virginia's political ambitions amid intensifying debate about liberty, ultimately leading to our nation's independence. As you tour this site, you will learn about different perspectives on the extraordinary events that took place here. Tours every 15 minutes.
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Reproducing Sir Walter Raleigh
Colonial Williamsburg Conservators Preserve a lead bust of Sir Walter Raleigh
All Hands on Deck
Historic Trades, facilities staff work together to construct a new porch for the Raleigh Tavern
Serious Fun
Taverns were sites of political discussion and entertaining diversions
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Conversation: Meet a Person of the Past
Find people of the past in front of the William Pitt Store for some informal conversation or activity.
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Performance: Street Theater
The Williamsburg community comes to life in this street theatre experience exploring the daily lives of ordinary people during extraordinary times.
Open to the Public
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Evening Program: Music at the Raleigh Tavern
Explore how music shaped identity in the newly independent United States through musical entertainment featuring songs and pieces enjoyed in post-Revolutionary America.
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