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The revolution is here. The story of our nation begins in Williamsburg.

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Celebrate America’s 250th year in the city that led to its first year.

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You’re invited to meet the people who bring history to life. Plan your visit to our 18th-century city, where your admission ticket is the key to sites, tours, events, and more.

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Enjoy historic Williamsburg to the fullest with a stay at the official Colonial Williamsburg Resorts. Choose from one of five world-class accommodations, get the best rates guaranteed when when you book direct, and receive up to two complimentary length-of-stay admission tickets to the Historic Area of Colonial Williamsburg.

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Discover America’s origins

The revolution is here. The story of our nation begins in Williamsburg.

Learn from the past
Celebrate America’s 250th year in the city that led to its first year.

Discover 2026
Plan Your Visit

You’re invited to meet the people who bring history to life. Plan your visit to our 18th-century city, where your admission ticket is the key to sites, tours, events, and more.

Start Exploring
We offer several admission options and special offers to customize your visit. Get tickets online and create an account for 100% touchless ticketing.

Get Tickets & Passes
Stay & Play at Our Resorts

Enjoy historic Williamsburg to the fullest with a stay at the official Colonial Williamsburg Resorts. Choose from one of five world-class accommodations, get the best rates guaranteed when when you book direct, and receive up to two complimentary length-of-stay admission tickets to the Historic Area of Colonial Williamsburg.

Start Exploring
Explore packages and special offers at Colonial Williamsburg Resorts and enjoy exceptional value with every stay. From romantic getaways to family-friendly vacations, take advantage of limited-time deals that include complimentary tickets and exclusive extras.

Packages & Offers
Hosted in History

Whether you’re hosting an elaborate gala, a fun family gathering, or an intimate get-together, one thing is certain—your guests will be talking about your event in the heart of historic Williamsburg long after they depart.

Get Started Today
Planning your event with us is easy and exciting.

Contact Us Today
Donate

As a private nonprofit, the Foundation relies on generosity from donors like you, whose contributions ensure that we can continue to research an inclusive, accurate portrait of American history.

Support our mission
Donor support advances Colonial Williamsburg's mission "That the future may learn from the past."

Donate Now

Search:

Celebrate America’s 250th year in the city that led to its first year.

Discover 2026

We offer several admission options and special offers to customize your visit. Get tickets online and create an account for 100% touchless ticketing.

Get Tickets & Passes

Explore packages and special offers at Colonial Williamsburg Resorts and enjoy exceptional value with every stay. From romantic getaways to family-friendly vacations, take advantage of limited-time deals that include complimentary tickets and exclusive extras.

Packages & Offers

Planning your event with us is easy and exciting.

Contact Us Today

Donor support advances Colonial Williamsburg's mission "That the future may learn from the past."

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Thanksgiving Bake Sale

Gather around the table with something special from Colonial Williamsburg. From classic Thanksgiving pies and freshly baked Sally Lunn bread to signature cookies, our holiday bake sale makes it easy to add a little extra warmth to your celebration without the extra time in the kitchen.

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