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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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Hannah’s Closet Fall Consignment Sale

Hannah’s Closet Fall Consignment Sale
Greater Williamsburg Sports & Events Center 250 Visitor Center Drive, Williamsburg

Hannah’s Closet Fall Consignment Sale Hannah’s Closet Fall Consignment Sale is a semi-annual children’s consignment sale, held in the Williamsburg, Va area.  This is a HUGE consignment sale that happens...

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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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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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Live Music at Berret’s

Live Music at Berret’s
Berret's Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill 199 S Boundary St, Williamsburg

Live Music at Berret’s Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill 3 - 6 pm Enjoy live, outdoor music, daily from 3 pm - 6 pm.  Please note all outdoor dining is...

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A Century in the Making Presentation Series

A Century in the Making Presentation Series
Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg 301 S Nassau Street, Williamsburg

Join the conversation and celebrate history in the making 📚✨
Guests are invited to the Hennage Auditorium for a special presentation series featuring curators, scholars, and community voices coming together to reflect on Colonial Williamsburg’s first century. Each program connects with the exhibition Colonial Williamsburg: The First 100 Years, offering deeper insight into the objects, stories, and legacy on display—an engaging way to experience history from multiple perspectives.

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Kid’s Fall Cupcake Decorating 

Kid’s Fall Cupcake Decorating
James City County Recreation Center 5301 Longhill Road, Williamburg

Kid’s Fall Cupcake Decorating • Ages 6-12Friday, Sept. 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $30 - Sign UpJames City County Recreation CenterLeaves are falling, so get ready to decorate some fun fall-themed cupcakes! Bring...

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Parents’ Night Out – Pumpkin Pottery Class

Paint on Pottery 1430 High St, Ste 504, Williamsburg

Parents' Night Out - Pumpkin Pottery Class Join us for a two-hour drop-off class where each child will paint their own pumpkin figurine while learning special techniques to create a...

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The Williamsburg Quintet

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

Step into a powerful piece of local history 🎶 Discover the legacy of five local gospel singers who recorded an album over 70 years ago—and hear their story come alive on stage today. With rich storytelling from Hope Wright and breathtaking performances by the 3 Tenors, this special event bridges past and present through timeless songs of worship and praise. Join the celebration of these musical pioneers and the voices that still inspire generations.

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The Williamsburg Quintet: Voices Behind the Music

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

The Williamsburg Quintet: Voices Behind the Music Hennage AuditoriumFriday, September 18 at 7 pmAdults & Youth $10 (children under 5 are free) Explore the musical legacy of five local singers...

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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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