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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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1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma

1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma
Playhouse Stage 214 Palace Green St, Williamsburg

1774: Lady Dunmore’s Dilemma CW AdmissionPlayhouse Stage View Event In chess as in life, one move can cost the game. Discover how the women of Williamsburg negotiated the growing political tensions...

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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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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, October 23 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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My Dear Madam

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

My Dear Madam - After eight years in the presidency, the Washingtons retired from public duty and returned home. Join Mrs. Washington as she reflects on her life in the...

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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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Beat the Retreat

Beat the Retreat
Guardhouse 102 E Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg

As evening falls, the soldiers of the 2nd Virginia Regiment close out their day with Regimental Retreat. Watch as officers inspect the men, rolls are called, and the day’s orders are read aloud—then listen closely for the parole before the regiment marches back to camp, just as it did in 1775.
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📅Jan. 9 - May 31, 2026
🕞4:30 PM - 5 PM (Jan. 9 - March 1) | 4 PM - 4:45 PM (March 2 - May 31)
📍Guardhouse

Dr. Ronald Johnson

Friday Evening Plenary: Dr. Ronald Johnson 

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

Friday Evening Plenary: Dr. Ronald Johnson  For 2026: New Republic, New WorldsEntangled Alliances: Racialized Freedom and Atlantic Diplomacy during the American Revolution The evening plenary is free & open to...

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Plant Bingo!

Plant Bingo!
Williamsburg Winery Merchant Square 427 W Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg

Join Us for Plant Bingo! By Rusted RabbitWilliamsburg Winery Tasting Room and Wine BarChose any of these upcoming dates! Friday, October 23 • 6 PM - 7:30 PM - Sign...

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Adult Resin Class – Glitter & Ghosts

Paint on Pottery 1430 High St, Ste 504, Williamsburg

Adult Resin Class - Glitter & Ghosts  Paint on Pottery Create a cute, sparkling ghost project using acrylic paint, dried flowers, and glitter, then finish it with resin to give...

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Lighting of the Cressets

Lighting of the Cressets
East End of Duke of Gloucester 416 E Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg

Head to Colonial Williamsburg at night for another reason – on the historic Duke of Gloucester Street they will be Lighting of the Cressets. This brings their 18th-century streets to...

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Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens

Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens Williamsburg 1 Busch Gardens Blvd, Williamsburg

Howl-O-Scream® is BACK this fall – and it’s taking over the whole park! Get ready for 5 haunted houses, 6 terror-tories™, 4 sinister shows, and plenty of creepy surprises lurking around every corner. For...

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Book signing with Dr. Ronald Johnson

Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg 301 S Nassau Street, Williamsburg

Book Signing Event with Dr. Ronald Johnson For 2026: New Republic, New Worlds ConferenceArt Museums Store in the Art Museum of Colonial WilliamsburgFriday, October 23, 6:30 p.m. Join us for...

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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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Cry Witch – Witch Trial

Cry Witch – Witch Trial
Capitol Building Colonial Williamsburg E Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg

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

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