Although Christmas season celebrations in the 18th century looked different than they do today, gift-giving, singing, feasting, and religious services were common practices. Join members of the Governor’s Musick as they take you on a musical journey through the Christmastide season, and explore how Williamsburg celebrated the holidays, or holy-days, as you compare Williamsburg’s traditions to your own.
Other Experiences
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Music: Fife & Drum
Watch and listen to the Fifes and Drums as they demonstrate the music and drill of various military ceremonies from an 18th-century soldier's working day.
Open to the Public
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Street Theater: A Joyful Heart
Join the community of Williamsburg and witness how the free and enslaved pursue freedom and find joy in the Christmastide season.
Open to the Public
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Happy Hogmanay! A Scottish New Year's Concert
Happy Hogmanay! Enjoy a Scottish New Year's concert of music, story, and dance presented by David Gardner, Eliza Gardner, and Shelton Browder.
Open to the Public