The Courthouse is a symbol of the presence of the law in the colonial community. Tom Hay tells this original building’s history.
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Williamsburg’s Courthouse
Making a 200-year-old supper
Setting the table for a 200-year old dinner takes research and clever re-creation. Antique plates and platters bear historic foods in dining settings that reflect the season and the host. Curator Amanda Keller works with a team from the museums to lay out authentic feasts.
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Bassett Hall
This historic home embodies the story of Williamsburg’s rescue from decay by John D. Rockefeller and W.A.R. Goodwin. Cynthia Nothstine shares the story of the Rockefeller’s beloved country home.
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Being There
Historic sites can speak volumes if you know what to listen for. Professor Jim Whittenburg on how to get the most out of site visits.
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Meet the Carpenter
You can’t build a town without wood. Master Carpenter Garland Wood describes a Williamsburg built completely by hand.
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Civil War Williamsburg
Williamsburg’s streets are rich with the history of two wars.
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