Williamsburg, VA Offers You a Chance to Know American History
If you’re looking for a place to go on vacation that offers you the chance to learn about the history surrounding the founding of America, Williamsburg, Virginia offers a diverse and rich understanding of the events that led up to and finalized the creation of the foundation of this country.
Start your journey in Williamsburg with a visit to the Jamestown Settlement. Every day in Williamsburg, living history performers bring to life the world of the 1600′s that settlers in the Jamestown Settlement experienced. You can even board replicas of the three ships that brought the first settlers over from England. It’s a story of 1600′s life in the Jamestown Settlement made real to you through films, acting, and galleries.
After the Jamestown Settlement, you should continue on to the Yorktown Victory Center in Yorktown Virginia. The Yorktown Victory Center is approximately 13 miles from the Jamestown Settlement. The Yorktown Victory Center gives a detailed description of the events that led up to America’s independence from England. The Revoltionary War will be made real to you through films, acting and galleries. You will even learn about the ships lost in the siege of Yorktown’s harbors.
Your final stop takes you to the 18th century. You will find yourself surrounded by costumed living history interpretors, historic sites, and beautiful architecture with the Colonial Williamsburg tour. You will learn about what took place at various political sites and see some of the first plantations in this country. The tour is a great finale to your grand tour through American history.
Join in the Fun at the Annual Storytelling Festival in Williamsburg
Visitors to Colonial Williamsburg will have something extra special to look forward to this September as they will be able to catch the annual Williamsburg Storytelling Festival on September 19.
The Storytelling Festival will take place at the Kimball Theater, with performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Performers for this year’s event include Donald Davis, an Appalachian storyteller and former chair of National Storytelling Association; Kim Weitkamp, an original storyteller; Dylan Pritchett, an African American folklorist; and April Ulhrin, who shares multicultural tales. These storytellers are all professional performers who have performed at various events and venues throughout the country. Tales featured at the festival range from traditional southern yarns to classic American stories.
While in Williamsburg, you can watch another story unfold at the Mystery Dinner Playhouse. At this attraction, you can enjoy a meal and a haunting mystery that it is up to you to solve. The dinner is a four-course meal, complete with soup, salad, entree, and desert. Entrees include your choice of prime rib, chicken, salmon, or pasta. To solve the mystery, you will have to gather clues as the story unfolds before you. If at the end of the night you solve the case and your solution is chosen, then you will get to take home a prize!
Labor Day Events and Activities in Williamsburg
The Williamsburg area is hosting a number of events for your entertainment during the upcoming Labor Day weekend. In addition to the many great attractions in Williamsburg, Labor Day weekend offers special events and activities.
Although Labor Day is not a memorial to any war in particular, it is still a good time to celebrate America’s successes and freedom. The Labor Day Weekend Prelude to Victory event is held at Colonial Williamsburg. The Prelude to Victory: Washington Prepares for Yorktown features reenactments, special exhibits, and exhibits relating to the battle of Yorktown. This event lasts from Sept. 3 to 6. Admission to the event is included in admission to Colonial Williamsburg, which features a variety of activities, exhibits, and more.
Another classic American activity for Labor Day weekend is shopping. The Prime Outlets in Williamsburg will be holding a Labor Day Weekend Sidewalk Sale from Friday to Monday. Prime Outlets boasts over 90 stores, including favorites like Ann Taylor, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, and J. Crew. Visitors can find already reduced outlet prices at these stores in addition to great end-of-summer deals in the sidewalk sale. Whether trying to find some bargains on summer clothes or doing some back-to-school shopping, Prime Outlets Williamsburg is a great destination for Labor Day weekend. In addition, Prime Outlets is convenient to Colonial Williamsburg and other attractions.
Vacations Made Easy has all the options you need for lodging for Labor Day weekend. We have lodging convenient to Busch Gardens and Colonial Williamsburg as well as other attractions. You can also find hotels with suites, outdoor pools, continental breakfasts, and any other amenity you need.
Williamsburg, VA: Your Perfect Destination for a Family Vacation
If you are looking for a great family vacation spot this summer, look no further than Williamsburg, Virginia. Nestled in the hills of Virginia, Williamsburg offers a host of activities that will entertain and excite kids and adults of all ages, whether they are history buffs or thrill seekers.
One of Williamsburg’s most popular destinations is Busch Gardens. With a European theme, you and your family will enjoy dozens of fun shows and thrilling roller coasters. Rides you will find at the park include the Griffon, the tallest dive coaster in the world; The Curse of Darkastle, an intense 3-D ride; and the Loch Ness Monster, a topsy-turvy ride with two loops. If you are traveling with young children, Busch Gardens has plenty of rides for them in a special area. Shows include a variety of themes from Irish dancing to an Italian musical theater show. Summer events can also be found here throughout the season. Until June 14, Busch Gardens is hosting Glory at the Gardens, a special inspirational concert event. On the weekend of July 24-25, the Summer Nights Concert Series begins, featuring nightly big-name acts. With something for everyone, Busch Gardens is a sure bet for summer fun.
The Virginia Living Museum is another great family attraction in Williamsburg. This museum combines aspects of a wildlife park, aquarium, science center, aviary, botanical preserve, and planetarium, making for an exciting day. With a variety of exhibits, displays, and demonstrations, everyone will be able to find something to appeal to them. Your family will enjoy seeing creatures like alligators, bobcats, and horseshoe crabs. The museum also includes a 30,000 gallon aquarium, six different planetarium shows, and an outdoor trail with a variety of creatures in their natural habitats. A trip to this museum will definitely be a memorable part of your vacation!
A vacation package may be the best fit for your family vacation. We offer a variety of packages already built for you, making reserving your vacation as easy as clicking a couple buttons. The Williamsburg Family Vacation Package contains three nights’ lodging, a day at Busch Gardens, admission to the Virginia Living Museum, and Colonial Williamsburg. Planning your summer vacation has never been easier!
Of course, if you prefer to build your own vacation package, we also offer that service online with our easy-to-use vacation builder. You can choose your hotel and activities to build your own perfect vacation.
