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Since 1968, the Mariners’ Museum and Park has been the premier maritime institution in the country, recognized by the US Congress for their extensive 35,000+ item collection and guiding mission of education and conservation. Their ocean-centric exhib… Read more
It’s probably quite obvious that we have a fondness for the Fifes and Drums of Colonial Williamsburg, and why not? This fascinating music has become a historical fixture and the soundtrack of Williamsburg, Virginia. … Read more
Williamsburg, VA, is a haven for aficionados of craft brews. Virginia and the Williamsburg area have many wineries, distilleries, meaderies, and breweries that offer something for all tastes. We are bringing you the local list of places not to miss. … Read more
Less than a century after the Revolutionary War had concluded – when the British surrendered to George Washington’s forces just miles away from Williamsburg in Yorktown – Virginia was again at the center of a major conflict as the Civil War quickly o… Read more
Virginia Is for (Wine) Lovers – A Centuries-Old Tradition
Winemaking along the Virginia peninsula dates back to the early 1600s. Throughout the ensuing four centuries, experimentation with different grapes and growing techniques led to a blossoming o… Read more
August, September, and October are wonderful times for outdoor activities in Williamsburg.
While walking through the Historic Area is probably our favorite of all outside activities, we have been spending a lot of time on the nearby creeks, and on th… Read more
William & Mary Bookstore: Barnes and Noble
This bookstore is the primary source of textbooks and supplies for students at the College of William and Mary. This well-stocked bookstore is just two blocks from The Fife and Drum Inn and is guaranteed… Read more
Celebrating Your Union
After saying “I do”, it’s time for some much-needed rest and relaxation. A romantic honeymoon in Williamsburg, VA will be the best time to recharge and connect with your spouse.
The custom of a newlywed couple going on a holida… Read more
A Momentous Day – Moving the Bray School to a New Home Across Town
It was an eventful and remarkable scene just a few weeks ago, in early February 2023, when the Williamsburg Bray School building moved from its location on Prince George Street to its… Read more
In and around Williamsburg, ongoing archeology digs reveal artifacts from a tapestry of historical periods, showcasing our area’s unique past. Centuries of human stories are told through these unburied discoveries, beginning with the Native American … Read more