2021 Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? Look no further than Colonial Williamsburg! Below, we’ve highlighted a few of our fan favorites guaranteed to put a smile on the faces of your loved ones. You can get these items online, at one of our Colonial Williamsburg stores in Merchants Square, or at one of our Historic Area retail locations.

1. Ceramic Bird Bottle: Take a stroll along Duke of Gloucester Street and you’re sure to see ceramic bird bottles, nestled under the eaves or beside doorways. Our bird bottle was inspired by an original, found during an excavation at the James Geddy House.
2. Women’s Plain C-Band Bracelet: A WILLIAMSBURG exclusive, this sterling silver bracelet is the perfect accent! Made in Virginia, our c-band bracelet is inspired by 18th-century silver hollow moldings from our collections.
3. Becoming Jefferson: My Life as a Founding Father: Few people know Thomas Jefferson as well as Bill Barker. Having portrayed Thomas Jefferson for many years at Colonial Williamsburg, Mr. Barker reflects on his time spent in the role, how their lives intersected, and the evolution of historic interpretation.
4. Colonial Williamsburg Jigsaw Puzzle: For the puzzle fanatic in your life, there’s the Colonial Williamsburg Watercolor, 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle. Featuring a beautiful painted scene of the Historic Area, this puzzle is printed on recycled board with eco-friendly inks and is exclusive to The Shops at Colonial Williamsburg.
5. Colonial Williamsburg Bath Soaps: From holiday spiced scents of peppermint and clove, to the year-round freshness of lemon and violet, Colonial Williamsburg bath soaps make the perfect hostess gift for the holiday season.
6. Holiday Peanuts from The Peanut Shop: A long-standing Colonial Williamsburg favorite, share some goodies from The Peanut Shop. Featuring chocolate covered, snack mixes, and assorted sets, there’s a treat for everyone.
7. NEW! WILLIAMSBURG Holiday Heritage Tea by Harney & Sons: New this year, WILLIAMSBURG’s Holiday Heritage Tea by Harney & Sons features an aromatic blend of black teas with hints of citrus, cinnamon, and just a dash of nostalgia. Enjoy a cup of holiday cheer!
8. Colonial Williamsburg Christmas: Celebrating Classic Traditions and the Spirit of the Holiday: Drawing on 18th-century traditions, Colonial Williamsburg is known for its Christmas festivities. Enjoy the very best of the season through beautiful full-color photographs of celebrations new and old at Colonial Williamsburg.
9. NEW! Colonial Williamsburg Heritage Firelog: Share the warmth of Colonial Williamsburg with your friends and family this season with our Heritage Firelog. This cinnamon-scented firelog by Enviro-Log is made from 100% recycled waxed cardboard, lights quickly, and can be used alone or with wood.
10. Colonial Williamsburg Wall Calendar: Share the gift of Colonial Williamsburg throughout the next year with our 2022 wall calendar. Featuring full-color photographs of Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area throughout the seasons, and plenty of space to pencil in activities, this calendar makes the perfect gift for friends…or yourself!

But wait there’s more!

Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the world. Witness history brought to life on the charming streets of the colonial capital and explore our newly expanded and updated Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, featuring the nation’s premier folk art collection, plus the best in British and American fine and decorative arts from 1670–1840. Check out sales and special offers and our Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotels to plan your visit.