Clothing Stores Archives - Page 2 of 2 - Relax Williamsburg

3 Sisters Boutique

Three Sisters Boutique

April 5, 2022

Three Sisters Boutique is a women’s clothing store located…

Loft

LOFT

April 5, 2022

LOFT launched in 1998 and today has over 560 full-price and outlet…

Marshall's

Marshalls

April 5, 2022

Department store in Williamsburg, Virginia.

J. McLaughlin

J. McLaughlin

April 5, 2022

Women's clothing store in Williamsburg, Virginia.

Chico's

Chico’s

April 5, 2022

Women's clothing store that offers a curated collection of chic,…

J Fenton Linen Woman

J. Fenton Linen Woman

April 5, 2022

J. Fenton Linen Woman sells clothing and accessories for women,…

Talbots

Talbots

April 5, 2022

Women's apparel chain offering workwear, dresses, casual clothes…

Edgewood Outfitters

Edgewood Outfitters

April 5, 2022

Edgewood Outfitters is an independent boutique with a cute selection…

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.