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3 Sisters Boutique

Three Sisters Boutique

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

LOFT

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

Marshalls

Department store in Williamsburg, Virginia.
J. McLaughlin

J. McLaughlin

Women's clothing store in Williamsburg, Virginia.
Chico's

Chico’s

Women's clothing store that offers a curated collection of chic,…
J Fenton Linen Woman

J. Fenton Linen Woman

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

Talbots

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

lululemon

High-end yoga-focused chain featuring stylish athletic wear &…

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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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