Why Williamsburg? In the 18th century, Williamsburg was the political, cultural, and educational center of what was then the largest, most populous, and most influential of the American colonies. The earliest conversations of freedom happened on these streets and in these buildings.
Today, when you visit Colonial Williamsburg, you can explore the grounds of the founding generation in the years surrounding the American Revolution. Meet the men and women whose struggles, triumphs, and resilience helped forge a new nation. Be a part of our shared American story.