Williamsburg, Virginia – a Vacation into USA’s History

WILLIAMSBURG, Va. - March 26, 2014 - PRLog -- You and your children will get a glimpse at a colonial city on the brink of Revolution – a city populated by folks probably very much like you. Take a firsthand look at how the townspeople lived, worked, ate and even played as they went about their everyday affairs in the shadow of a burgeoning unrest. Whether your kids are currently up to date on the American revolutionary era or they prefer The Hunger Games to history books, they will be engrossed by the experience of a historical period come to life.

A Living History Museum

Set aside as a living history museum, Colonial Williamsburg is the 301 acre historic district of today’s Williamsburg. It is open every single day of the year and its 300 year old houses and businesses are staffed by “interpreters,” trained actors and educators who offer an interpretation of life in Virginia’s capital in the 18^th century, wearing clothing and working at crafts like those Americans of bygone times. See the homes and gardens, businesses and community gathering places of those days. Guided tours will explain what you are seeing and give it a deeper historical context. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as there is a fair amount of walking involved.

Highlights for Families

Family groups may be especially interested in the James Geddy House, depicting the work and play – including every day chores, toys, games and dances – of a wealthy pre-Revolutionary family. The Great Hopes Plantation shows how the less well-to-do, such as slaves and farmers, trudged through their days. Watch the apothecary, basket maker, book binder and brick maker at their tasks. Anderson’s Blacksmith Shop and Armoury demonstrates a business with a dual purpose – supplying everyday needs while manufacturing the weapons that would be used to fight the War of Independence; it was dedicated in November 2013.

Fun for Kids

While all of Colonial Williamsburg, with its dynamic activities, is kid friendly, youngsters will enjoy Hands on History at the James Powell house. They’ll roll hoops and play with other toys of the era, learn about reading lessons from primers and other old fashioned teaching methods and even perform some (whew!) common household tasks. Be sure to take budding gardeners (pun intended) to the Colonial Garden where they can sink their fingers into the soil used to grow vegetables, herbs and flowers, and examine 18^th century gardening tools. To top off your exciting day, hearty family dining is offered at two local restaurants – the Huzzah! BBQ Grille and the Golden Horseshoe Clubhouse Grills, with a gorgeous view terrace.

Williamsburg is a popular destination in the spring and has so much to see and do that you’ll appreciate staying in a comfortable hotel with easy access to everything. The nicer and lower priced Williamsburg hotels tend to fill up fast, though, so it’s a good idea to reserve in advance (http://crshotels.com/).