Following a resolution of Congress on October 3, 1789, President George Washington proclaimed Thursday, November 26, 1789, a day of “public thanksgiving and prayer” devoted to “the service of that great and glorious Being who is the beneficent Author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be.” In setting aside a day for Thanksgiving, Washington established a non-sectarian tone for these devotions. This tone stressed political, moral, and intellectual blessings that make self-government, and personal and national repentance possible. Hear from President Washington on the 235th anniversary of this day of Thanksgiving.
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Performance: Visit a Nation Builder
Step into the past with a Nation Builder. Through stories, discussion, and questions, explore the hopes, choices, and challenges they faced.
CW Admission
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Feast of the Seven Fishes Christmas Eve Dinner
The chefs of the Williamsburg Inn’s beloved Rockefeller Room are bringing a special nine-course interpretation of the Feast of Seven Fishes to celebrate Christmas Eve.
Open to the Public
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Music: All Hail to the Days
Join Lynn, Barry, and Lee to enjoy music for the winter season from the late 16th through the 17th centuries on lute, cittern, viols, hurdy gurdy, violin, percussion, and voice.
Art Museums Admission
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