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Make the Most of Your Stay in Colonial Williamsburg

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Make a Splash! The Best Water Parks Near Williamsburg, Virginia

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Walk it Off: The Best Walking Trails Around Williamsburg, Virginia

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Exploring The Best Williamsburg, Virginia Golf Courses

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Relax in Williamsburg: Your Complete Guide to the Area’s Best Spas

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The Best Restaurants in Williamsburg, Virginia

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What to Expect From the Weather in Williamsburg, Virginia

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THE HISTORY OF WILLIAMSBURG

Prior to European settlement, the area around modern-day Williamsburg was settled by the indigenous American tribes of the Powhatan Confederacy. Williamsburg was first settled in 1638 and was originally referred to as Middle Plantation due to its location on the high ground in the middle of the Virginia Peninsula. In 1699, Middle Plantation was renamed Williamsburg in honor of King William III of England.

By the turn of the 20th century, Williamsburg was a quiet country village, and many colonial buildings, while still standing, were in disrepair. The Reverend Dr. D.A.R. Goodwin made it his goal to restore Williamsburg to its colonial spendor, seeking financial help from none other than John D. Rockefeller Jr., the heir to Standard Oil. It was due to the Rockefeller contributions that Williamsburg became what it is today: A living museum, with history preserved and on exhibit every day.

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