Williamsburg: The Story of a Patriot tells the story of how Virginians political leaders in the House of Burgesses—including Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and George Washington— debated and resolved to move from forceful protest to a resolution for independence in May of 1776, risking everything to transform Virginia from a colony of Great Britain to a Commonwealth within the United States.
This story depicts Virginia's crucial role in American Independence through the perspective of John Fry, a fictional Virginia planter portrayed by Jack Lord, elected to the House of Burgesses.
This groundbreaking film used cutting edge technology utilizing Paramount Studio's VistaVision cameras and Todd-AO six-channel sound to orient guests to the locations and key historical moments they would experience during a visit to Colonial Williamsburg.
Other Experiences
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Conversation: Meet a Nation Builder
Find a Nation Builder, a significant figure of 18th-century Williamsburg, around Palace Green for some informal conversation.
Open to the Public
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Evening Program: Capitol Concert
Join Colonial Williamsburg’s Governor’s Musick Ensemble for a special evening of chamber music in the live acoustics and visual ambiance of the Hall of Burgesses.
Open to the Public
Event Ticket
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Special Event: Albert Durant Photography
Join community members for a short vodcast that introduces the Albert Durant Durant Photography Collection, created by Williamsburg's first Black city-licensed photographer.
Open to the Public