Learn About the First Africans in the United States in Williamsburg This February!
With its rich colonial history, Williamsburg is one of the United States’ most visited historical areas. You can learn a lot about early European colonists in Williamsburg, and this February, you can have the unique opportunity to learn about the colonies’ first African population as well. The first slaves to come to Virginia were from Angola, and you can learn all about the Virginia-Angola connection by visiting the “From Africa to Virginia” exhibit at the Jamestown Settlement gallery. At the exhibit, you will learn about the experiences of early Africans in Virginia and all about the Angolian Queen Nijinga. This exciting exhibit will take places February 6-27, and you can catch several lectures on the topic of early African slaves throughout the month of February.
If you would like an in-depth history lesson about our nation’s Presidents while you are in Williamsburg, you will love visiting President’s Park. At the park, you will see 16 foot busts of each U.S. President and plenty of interesting facts about each of them. There are five themed tours at the park, so you are sure to find something exciting to learn about at President’s Park. After a stroll through the park admiring the Presidential busts, be sure to have a snack and some tea at the First Ladies Tea Parlor!
Although Williamsburg is known for its historical attractions, there are a variety of other exciting things to do in Williamsburg as well. At Busch Gardens Williamsburg, you can enjoy thrilling rides and a variety of entertaining shows, making the theme park an excellent destination for families. Whether you would enjoy seeking thrills on Griffon, the tallest dive roller coaster in the world, or listening to great oldies music at the American Jukebox show, you are sure to find hours of entertainment at Busch Gardens Williamsburg!
Explore Fun, History & the Depths of the Sea in Williamsburg, VA!
While it’s no secret that the Williamsburg area offers travelers an amazingly life-like interpretation of our nation’s history though a variety of attractions including Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown, travelers don’t hear nearly as much about the many other great things going on in the Williamsburg area. From exploring one of our world’s most uncharted territories – the depths of the ocean – to experiencing the culture of other continents, there are a variety of things to see and do during your next visit to Virginia.
Considered a combination of numerous zoological attractions, the Virginia Living Museum is a great way to get an up close look at nature in a scientific setting. Not quite a zoo, yet not quite a museum, the Virginia Living Museum focuses on interaction and understanding of nature through numerous environments. An outdoor trail showcases area animals such as bobcats and river otters in their natural habitat, a 30,000 gallon aquarium and six planetarium shows just to name a few of the many exhibits featured throughout the Virginia Living Museum.
Busch Gardens Europe takes on the theme of six European countries amidst a quality line-up of thrill rides, live shows and theme park dining. The park is divided into regions meant to represent England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy and Scotland, with each section’s dining and rides fashioned after the culture of the area represented. Aside from the overall ‘European’ feel of the park, guests will also find a small area dedicated to French Canada, as well as a variety of traditionally American-style dining and shows sprinkled throughout the park.
While it certainly needs no introduction, you can’t talk about Williamsburg attractions without bringing up Colonial Williamsburg. Set in the 18th century, Colonial Williamsburg presents America’s Revolutionary period through reenactments, exhibits, museums and more for a seamless journey into America’s history. From exploring authentic 18th century architecture to enjoying various interpretations of important events that took place during the time period, Colonial Williamsburg is an immersive visit into America’s past.
