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Archaeology

Archaeology was — and is — an important tool in discovering Williamsburg’s past. Excavations of historic sites began here in 1928. Discoveries continue today as we literally uncover things people owned, places they lived and even evidence of the specific plants they grew in their gardens, which enable us to better understand their world and their lives.

Current Projects

Custis Square

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Peter Scott House and Shop

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African Baptist Meeting House and Burial Ground

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Coming in 2026

Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center

The center will be a one of a kind facility that ensures Colonial Williamsburg’s incomparable archaeology collection will be accessible to future generations of guests, scholars, and community members.

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