Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
UPCOMING HOMESCHOOL DAYS DATES:
- February 25 - March 5, 2023
- September 9-24, 2023
During these special times, homeschoolers and their families can discover history brought to life at a special discounted rate. Join us to visit the historic sites where Revolutionary ideas were shaped, meet the tradespeople whose craftsmanship supported the War for Independence, and so much more. Use our virtual tours, educational videos, activity sheets, and behind-the-scenes blogs to supplement your visit.
Colonial Williamsburg also offers exclusive pricing year round for homeschool groups of all sizes in addition to a wide variety of teaching resources. Look for more information on group tours here, or to make reservations call 1-800-228-8878 or email groupsales@cwf.org.
Special Admission Rates for Homeschoolers
Colonial Williamsburg admission includes access to all Historic Area exhibition buildings, trades, and our two world-class art museums. Take advantage of these special rates for Single-day and Multiday tickets. They are available only to homeschoolers during our special homeschooler days.
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Palace Activity Stations for Home Educators
Enhance your visit with our educational activity stations. Step into the palace gardens and participate in an interactive spotlight on loyalists.
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Capitol Activity Stations for Home Educators
Enhance your visit with our educational activity stations. Learn about the founding principles of our government and your rights and responsibilities.
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Armoury Activity Stations for Home Educators
Enhance your visit with our educational activity stations. Explore Anderson’s armoury compound and learn about the war’s demands on Williamsburg’s industry.
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Palace Freedom Tour for Home Educators
How did evolving definitions of freedom cause conflict between Great Britain and America?
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Capitol Freedom Tour for Home Educators
Students and their families are invited on an engaging and interactive tour of Virginia’s second capitol building.
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Popular Science: Enlightenment for Home Educators
Engage in the 18th-century pastime of natural philosophy or scientific observation.
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Order in the Court for Home Educators
Participate in a local court session where lives, liberties, and property are contested.
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Freedom's Paradox for Home Educators
Learn about the evolution of slavery, and how the institution impacted Williamsburg, the Colony of Virginia, and both the master and enslaved people.
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A Patriotic American For Home Educators
Elizabeth Braxton, the wife of one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, reflects on her family's changes, challenges, and consequences during the Revolution.
Art Museums Admission
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Visit with Oconostota for Home Educators
Step into the past with Oconostota, the Great Warrior of Chota. Through stories and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges he faced.
Art Museums Admission
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A Taste of Freedom For Home Educators
This performance tells the story of Americus Weston’s journey to freedom during the Civil War, developed to commemorate Juneteenth.
Art Museums Admission
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PLAN YOUR VISIT
Additional Resources
STEM for Homeschoolers
Bring the 18th-century into your home classroom with a recent STEM-packed livestream. Join Historic Interpreter Mike Romero to discuss 18th-century navigation and how those skills were critical to the local economy and Williamsburg's survival. He discusses the tools and processes available in the 18th century, how they have changed since then, and how Williamsburg was an important hub in maritime commerce. Use this resource packet to conduct a navigation activity at home!
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Contact Us
For more information on Customized Guided Tours or to make reservations:
By mail:
School, Youth & Adult Day-Group Sales
Attention: Group Arrivals Building
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Post Office Box 627
Williamsburg, VA 23187-1776
For more information, call 1-800-228-8878 or email groupsales@cwf.org
Programs and prices are subject to change without notice. Pricing effective from January 1 - December 31, 2023.