 Colonial Williamsburg brings you “Revolutionary City,” a dynamic two-hour event that reflects Williamsburg’s role in one of America’s defining historical periods. Each day, the east end of the Historic Area comes alive as you become a part of the town’s activities. Witness the collapse of the royal government and revolutionary citizens at war.
June 16 to August 31, summer programming from 10:30
a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Please check "Colonial Williamsburg This Week" when you arrive to see all the programs to enjoy during your visit.
Nation Builders
Mondays
Preachers, house servants, farmers, actors, and artisans—both enslaved
and free—were architects of a new nation no less than General Washington,
Governor Jefferson, or Governor Henry. Meet the men and women who helped shape
their times. See how their lives, like our own, are affected by the promises
of the Declaration of Independence, whether realized or unfulfilled.
Learn more about the events on this day.
Collapse of Royal Government 1774-1776
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
A number of events occurred in Williamsburg that were pivotal to the evolution
of Virginians from subjects of a distant monarch to citizens of a self-governing
republic. These events led Virginians to declare that the colonies were no
longer under British rule but free and independent United States of America.
Witness the difficult choices facing the townspeople.
Learn more about the events on these days.
Citizens at War
Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays
Many test and trials befall the people of Williamsburg as they create a new
self-governing society. Several key events move the people of Virginia toward
founding a new democratic republic. Join us for Revolutionary City and experience
the turmoil and challenges that confront the citizens of Virginia while creating
a new society and government in the midst of war.
Learn more about the events on these days.
Revolutionary Stories
Check the online calendar, or Colonial Williamsburg This Week for Revolutionary Stories program times and locations.
Revolutionary Stories are small, intimate scenes with characters you'll meet in Revolutionary City. In Revolutionary City, emotions burn hot for impassioned crowds in the street. Revolutionary Stories offer a counterpoint to that vibrant public debate with focused insights into the lives and motivations of everyday citizens in revolutionary times.
Learn more about these stories.
Get Revved!
Check the online
calendar, or Colonial Williamsburg This Week for Get Revved! program
times and locations.
 A 15-minute orientation designed for young guests, “Get Revved” gives
visitors the chance to hear a person from the past talk about the scenes they’ll
see in Revolutionary City. Hear a costumed interpreter explain differences
between our world and theirs, and take the opportunity to ask questions.
Join the Revolution!
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Historic Triangle
