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Relax Williamsburg Revolution Golf & Grille.

Revolution Golf and Grille

Revolution Golf and Grille is Virginia's Premier Indoor Golf…
Relax Williamsburg The Seafare of Williamsburg.

The Seafare of Williamsburg

Traditional, family-friendly space with nautical flair offers…
Relax Williamsburg The Meadows Original Frozen Custard.

The Meadows Original Frozen Custard

Serving the areas only authentic frozen custard located right…
Relax Williamsburg The Jefferson Restaurant.

The Jefferson Restaurant

Enduring option serving steaks, seafood and Southern dishes in…
Relax Williamsburg Squire's Grille.

Squire’s Grille

A menu focused on American fare with old-world British-inspired…
Relax Williamsburg Sportsmans Grille.

Sportsmans Grille

Chill, sports-themed bar and grill with American comfort eats,…
Relax Williamsburg Spoke + Art Provisions Co.

Spoke + Art Provisions Co.

A new community gathering spot on the Virginia Capital Trail.…
Relax Williamsburg Spice Palace Indian Restaurant.

Spice Palace Indian Restaurant

A menu focused on traditional, family-style Indian dishes in…
Relax Williamsburg Route 60 BBQ Market.

Route 60 Barbeque Market

Virginia specialty foods and local artisans.
Relax Williamsburg The Sip.

The Sip

Light breakfast and lunch fare alongside espresso drinks, specialty…

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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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