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Behind the Scenes Behind the Scenes
Video editions of Colonial Williamsburg’s weekly podcast take you even further Behind the Scenes.
Teacher section Why is this section's design different?
Section by section, we’re refreshing our look. Check back often as we update our layout.
Fifer Fifes and Drums 50th Anniversary Weekend
Colonial Williamsburg’s Fifes and Drums mark their 50th anniversary with Alumni Weekend, July 4, 2008. View archived video of the event.
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New in the Collection
This online feature is an adaptation of the Colonial Williamsburg journal’s regular fixture “Just Arrived.” Both are updated quarterly.

Kids Zone

Kids Zone Redesign
Check out the redesigned Kids Zone, where a bold new layout highlights games and activities.

2007 Annual Report

2007 Annual Report

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Colonial Williamsburg Journal
This popular history magazine offers articles, photography, and art that showcase the life of Williamsburg’s historic core.

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Jefferson's Blog
The Thomas Jefferson blog hosts a fresh debate each week. Weigh in.

Museum section screenshot New museum section design, more to come
Colonial Williamsburg's Museums section is refreshed with a new landing page and beautified section layout. Discover more in the museums in the galleries and on the Web.
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Our Web site keeps getting newer with updated design and content. The Explore and Learn section is now named "History." Simplified navigation helps you put your finger on the facts you're looking for. More changes are on the way to help you find the resources you need from our expansive site.
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Watch the action in Merchants Square on the newest Colonial Williamsburg webcam.
Naturalization Ceremony Naturalization Ceremony
New American citizens take first step of the citizenship journey in Historic Area ceremony June 14, 2008.
Drum Corps Tryout Drum Corps Tryout
Play the latest game in the Kid's Zone. Don't miss a beat and you'll make it in the Corps!
Fifer Fifes and Drums 50th Anniversary
Colonial Williamsburg’s Fifes and Drums mark their 50th anniversary with a year of special events, beginning with Drummer’s Call May 16-18, 2008. View archives of the webcast. Learn more about the celebrations planned and the history of this musical regiment in the newly-updated Fifes and Drums section. Download our latest slideshow of images from Drummer's Call and our new screensaver with iconic images of Colonial Williamsburg’s Fifes and Drums.
Book cover A Horse's Tale
A new book for children from Colonial Williamsburg
festival logo Storytelling Festival
Discover the excitement of well-told stories at “Spinning Stories–Spanning Time: A Weekend of Stories Old and New,” September 19-21, 2008
Online Journal Teen Audio Tour
The Museums of Colonial Williamsburg offer a special audio tour written and recorded by teenagers for teenagers called “Teen Takes: A New Angle on Art."


Continuing Features

Flag over Capitol Daily Jigsaw from Colonial Williamsburg - Need a break? Solve a puzzle each day, and relax with a picturesque scene from the Historic Area.
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Colonial Williamsburg podcasts Colonial Williamsburg: Past & Present - New online, behind-the-scenes interviews with Colonial Williamsburg interpreters. Available as MP3 files or via Podcasts, also known as RSS feeds. Check back often for new additions.
4th of July Concert CD Visit Tour the Town interactive map of the Historic Area.
Coins & Currency exhibit Coins & Currency in Colonial America
The story of a developing democracy is told though a stunning display of rare coins in this online exhibit.
Restoration video Online Video - Learn the story of Colonial Willliamsburg's restoration - from country town to colonial capital.
A View on the Past A View on the Past
Read "America. Chapter 1" editorial advertisements.
Multimedia pages Multimedia Pages Slideshows, videos, audio, and interactive content all in one place
Mapping Colonial America
Mapping Colonial America Award-winning mapping exhibit
Online Journal Journal of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Recipes From Our Table to Yours Recipes from the Kitchens of Colonial Williamsburg
Southern Furniture Collection of Southern Furniture
Southern Furniture Recently published books from Colonial Williamsburg
Spring flowers See what's blooming in Colonial Williamsburg gardens

 



Other Features

a video conversation with Thomas Jefferson Politics, Elections, & the Presidency A Video Conversation with Thomas Jefferson
Patrick Henry Listen to Patrick Henry's speech: "Give me liberty or give me death!"
Uncle Sam Citizenship Quiz
Test your knowledge. Could you pass a test to become a citizen of the United States?
Thoughts on War

Thoughts on War - The people of Colonial Williamsburg share their thoughts about a revolutionary war.

Declaration of Independence audio The Declaration of Independence audio – Bill Barker, interpreting Thomas Jefferson, recites the Declaration of Independence
Continuing Education Continuing Education programs
History Quiz
History Quiz
A Day in the Life video series A Day in the Life Video Series



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