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As Virginia’s capital from 1699 to 1780, Williamsburg was the hub
of the loyal British colony. After 1780 the town went into decline. Then
in 1926, John D. Rockefeller embarked on a massive restoration
project. Today, in the midst of the modern-day city, the
18th-century city has been re-created. People in colonial dress
reenact the lifestyle of the original townspeople; blacksmiths,
silversmiths, and cabinet makers show off their skills while
horsedrawn carriages pass through the streets, providing
visitors with a fascinating insight into America’s past.

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Built in 1770–71,
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the county court for
more than 150 years.
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Fife and Drum Parade
Nursery Revolutionary field
Costumed living-history inter- music is re-created in
preters work the land in Colonial these colorful parades.
Williamsburg using replica tools Local school children
and the same techniques as the begin learning these
original settlers. instruments at age ten.

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