The Antique Treasures of Colonial Williamsburg

The Antique Treasures of Colonial Williamsburg
Author: Ronald T. Hurst
Publisher: Scala Books
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2000
Genre: Decorative arts
ISBN: 9781857592160

To visit Colonial Williamsburg, the restored former capital of the British Colony of Virginia, is to step back into one of the most important periods of American history. The move for independence from Britain during this period was gaining ground amongs

The Williamsburg Collection of Antique Furnishings

The Williamsburg Collection of Antique Furnishings
Author: Graham Hood
Publisher: Colonial Williamsburg
Total Pages: 132
Release: 1973
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780879350185

From Colonial Williamsburg's vast assemblage of largely English and American antique furnishings this book presents in beautiful full-color pictures and authoritative captions a sampling of some 2000 items. Many appear in room settings such as the visitor to restored Williamsburg may see; many others are shown inidivually in careful detail photographs.

Colonial Williamsburg

Colonial Williamsburg
Author: The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Publisher: Colonial Williamsburg
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2014-12-08
Genre: History
ISBN: 0879352655

The first all-new edition of the official guide since 1985, Colonial Williamsburg is the first guide to focus on the Revolutionary City. It includes a comprehensive history of Williamsburg's role in the Revolution, followed by site-by-site descriptions of what happened here and why it mattered and still matters. Also featured are: Photo essays highlighting key scenes from the Revolution, Biographies of Revolutionary figures, Architectural histories, Treasures of the Art Museums, Hotels, Taverns and Restaurants, Recreation, and Shopping. More than 500 color photos.

Colonial Williamsburg: The Guide

Colonial Williamsburg: The Guide
Author: The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2019-09-25
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1493048236

The story of America begins here. In Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area, you can see hundreds of restored, reconstructed, and historically furnished buildings from the Colonial and Revolutionary eras. You can meet the men and women—black, white, and Native American, enslaved and free—who built a new nation. And you can experience the enduring relevance of America’s founding documents and principles. This practical guide features Historic sites, including public buildings, private homes, and taverns Historic trades Art Museums Resorts, dining, and shopping More than 200 illustrations and maps

The New History in an Old Museum

The New History in an Old Museum
Author: Richard Handler
Publisher: Duke University Press
Total Pages: 276
Release: 1997
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780822319740

An ethnographic exploration of the presentation of history at Colonial Williamsburg. It examines the packaging of American history, and the consumerism and the manufacturing of cultural beliefs.