Below a statute of John Smith. He was a British soldier who was a founder of Jamestown. After being saved from death by Pocahontas, he established trading agreements with native tribes.
Below the Courthouse at Colonial Williamsburg.
This silversmith was making some kind of tool. He was very intent in teaching me about what exactly he was doing. These people who play the roles of the early colonist really take their jobs seriously.
Below is James Madison (4th US President from 1809 - 1817). He was sitting at a table with several children, and they were asking him all sorts of intelligent questions. I was impressed with these kids.
Below the front of the Capitol.
This musket weighs 8 lbs which doesn't sound like much, but it was too heavy for me. They actually make these guns is this blacksmith shop.
Forging a barrel of a gun.
This tavern served us the most wonderful chocolate drink.
Another view of the Capitol building.
Below is the Governor's Palace. We had a very interesting tour. Before the Revolutionary War a British Governor Dunmore ruled over the area, but left abruptly with his wife when the end of the war was leaning in favor of the Colonists winning.
Below the foyer was covered with swords and guns.
The Governor's and Governor's wife's wigs.
This was our tour guide. He was amazing in all he knew about Colonial Williamsburg.
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