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Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation

American Revolution Museum at Yorktown 200 Water Street, Route 1020, Yorktown

Discover the stories that helped shape a nation when Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation opens July 1, 2026, at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Created to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, this powerful exhibition explores Virginia’s pivotal role in the American Revolution through remarkable artifacts and inspiring stories of both iconic and everyday people.
Included with museum admission, this new exhibition invites visitors to connect with the people, places, and ideas that forged a new nation—and continue to shape America today. 🇺🇸
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📅July 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027
🕞9 AM - 5 PM
📍American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

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The Great American Birthday Quilt Exhibition

The Great American Birthday Quilt Exhibition
Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center 101 Visitor Center Dr, Williasmburg

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday through a one-of-a-kind community work of art at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center. Following its grand reveal in Merchants Square, the Great American Birthday Quilt will be on display throughout 2026 at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center. 🇺🇸🧵Created by Visit Williamsburg in partnership with the Muscarelle Museum of Art, this meaningful quilt brings together squares submitted by people across the country—each one helping tell a shared American story in celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday. Come experience this remarkable tribute up close and discover the stories stitched into every square.
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📅April 11 - Oct. 9
🕞9:30 AM - 5 PM
📍Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center

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Legacy Hall Tour

Legacy Hall Tour
Legacy Hall 4301 New Town Ave., Williamsburg

Come take a tour of Legacy Hall!  Each month, Legacy Hall offers a tour of the facility. Drop by without an appointment, check out the facility, and ask any questions...

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Merchants Square: Fall Sidewalk Sale

Merchants Square: Sidewalk Sale
Colonial Williamsburg's Merchant Square 134 N Henry Street, Williamsburg

Don't Miss the Fall 2026 Sidewalk Sale in Merchants Square, Williamsburg Merchants Square Spring Sidewalk Sale Dates & Times:Fri, Sept 11, 2026 - 10:00am - 6:00pmSat, Sept 12, 2026 -...

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Storybook Hour

Storybook Hour
Muscarelle Museum of Art 603 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg

Storybook Hour Muscarelle Museum of ArtFree & Open to the PublicFridays from 10:30 am - 11:30 am On Friday mornings, bring your young artist and meet us in the galleries...

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September 11 Open House

Muscarelle Museum of Art 603 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg

September 11 Open House Friday, September 11, 202612:00 PM - 5:00 PMSpecial EventMuscarelle Museum of ArtMore Info On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, join us for an...

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Stables Behind-The-Scenes Tour

Stables Behind-The-Scenes Tour
Corner of Botetourt and Nicholson Streets Corner of Botetourt and Nicholson Streets, Williamsburg

Stables Behind-The-Scenes Tour Treat the animal lover in your life to this one-hour walking tour of Colonial Williamsburg’s modern stables and Rare Breeds Program. During this behind-the-scenes tour, you’ll see...

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Hands-On: Patriotic Art

Hands-On: Patriotic Art
Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg 326 W Francis St, Williamsburg

Hands-On: Patriotic Art Art Museum of Colonial WilliamsburgFridays from 1 - 2:15 pmFree & Open to the Public Celebrate 250 Years! Drop by the Goode Education Studio to create art inspired...

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Kid’s Storytime and Crafts 

York River State Park 9801 York River Park Road, Williamsburg

Kid's Storytime and Crafts  York River State Park Friday, September 11 at 1 - 3 pm  Head to the  visitor center for a children's picture book reading and simple craft. Beat the...

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Becoming Lady Washington

Becoming Lady Washington
Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg 301 S Nassau Street, Williamsburg

Becoming Lady Washington The summer of 1776 was a tumultuous time as our country determined its future. Join Martha Washington as she reflects on her present circumstances and where her...

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County Park Tour

James City County Recreation Center 5301 Longhill Road, Williamburg

County Park Tour • Ages 16+Friday, Sept. 11, 4-7 p.m.; $10James City County Recreation CenterRegister HereHave you been able to visit all the parks that James City County Parks & Recreation...

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The Search for Headwaters: Mapping River Exploration in Early Virginia

Watermen's Museum 309 Water Street, Yorktown

The Search for Headwaters: Mapping River Exploration in Early Virginia Friday, September 11, 2026Watermen's Museum How did the English newcomers make sense of this unfamiliar territory? When English colonists arrived...

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Owl Prowl Night Hike

Owl Observations
York River State Park 9801 York River Park Road, Williamsburg

Owl Prowl Night Hike York River State Park Have you ever seen or heard an actual owl call in the night? York River State Park is home to a number...

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Haunted Williamsburg Ghost Tour

Haunted Williamsburg Schedule
Colonial Courthouse 102 W Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg

Colonial Williamsburg: Haunted Williamsburg Ghost Tours Nightly at 7 pm & 8:30 pm in front of the Courthouse - through November 22 See full schedule here.Haunted Williamsburg  It is the...

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Cry Witch!

Cry Witch! Is Back!
Capitol Building Colonial Williamsburg E Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg

Cry Witch! Capitol General CourtColonial WilliamsburgMonday and Friday Nights at 7:30 PM August 8 - Sept 20Monday & Friday Nights at 7:30 & 9 pm Sept 21 - Nov 22,...

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FREAKY FRIDAY

FREAKY FRIDAY
Williamsburg Players 200 Hubbard Lane, Williamsburg

Freaky Friday Williamsburg PlayersSeptember 4th - September 20thBook By Bridget CarpenterLyrics By Brian YorkeyMusic By Tom KittPresented by special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)Director: Lyra HaleTickets Performances are on...

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