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Williamsburg National Golf Club

Williamsburg Golf Club

Williamsburg Golf Club, formally Williamsburg Country Club, was…
Pirates Cove Adventure Golf

Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf

Established in 1983 in Traverse City, Michigan, the Pirate's…
Two Rivers Country Club

Two Rivers Country Club

Beautifully built on 1,400+ acres nestled between the majestic…
Kingsmill Resort

Kingsmill Resort

When it comes to Kingsmill, we're not just another resort. We're…
Colonial Hertiage Golf Club

Colonial Hertiage Golf Club

Set amid the historical backdrop of Williamsburg, Virginia, Colonial…
Kiskjack Golf Club

Kiskiack Golf Club

Kiskiack Golf Club is home to one of the best 18-hole golf courses…
Deer Cove Golf Course

Deer Cove Golf Course

Not far from Williamsburg, Deer Cove Golf Course offers terrific…
Ford's Colony Country Club

Ford’s Colony Country Club

Just minutes away from historic Williamsburg, you'll find Ford's…
Williamsburg National Golf Club

Williamsburg National Golf Club

The settlers of Williamsburg’s Historic Triangle found great…
Catfish Cove Mini Golf

Catfish Cove Mini Golf

Catfish Cove Mini Golf is Williamsburg’s newest family attraction!…

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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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