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Relax Williamsburg Holiday Inn.

Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg Busch Gardens Area

The Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg Busch Gardens Area is located…
Relax Williamsburg Henretty Suite.

Williamsburg Henretty Suite

This air-conditioned bed and breakfast comes with a kitchen,…

Cedars of Williamsburg Bed & Breakfast

Just down the street from Colonial Williamsburg, The Cedars of…
Relax Williamsburg Griffin Hotel.

Griffin Hotel

Lush natural beauty is on full display everywhere you turn at…
Relax Williamsburg Fort Magruder Hotel.

Fort Magruder Hotel and Conference Center

Enjoy an unforgettable stay at the Fort Magruder Hotel, part…
Relax Williamsburg Williamsburg Lodge.

Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph Collection

Immerse yourself in the charm of Williamsburg by staying at Williamsburg…
Best Western

Best Western Williamsburg Historic District

The Best Western® Williamsburg Historic District hotel is located…
Relax Williamsburg Homewood Suites.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Williamsburg

At the center of colonial Williamsburg, we’re just 10 minutes…
Relax Williamsburg Comfort Suites Williamsburg Historic Area.

Comfort Suites Williamsburg Historic Area

Comfort Suites® Williamsburg Historic Area Collection Hotel…
Relax Williamsburg Travelodge.

Travelodge Inn & Suites by Wyndham Historic Area

Be close to the action and adventure at our Travelodge Inn &…

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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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