Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area Auctions
Next Auction: Saturday, December 13th at 1 pm
About the Auction
Our Historic Area auctions include historic reproductions, one-of-a-kind objects from Colonial Williamsburg, souvenirs, collectibles, folk art, jewelry, and so much more. You never know what we'll have, but it's sure to be something special you can only find here!
Auctions are held outdoors by the Market House and are free to attend. (See a map of the Historic Area here.) We accept cash and credit cards on site. Prices are as sold and exclude other offers and discounts. Auction items cannot be returned.
Auctions are weather-dependent and subject to cancellation. Call the John Greenhow store to check if the auction has been canceled due to weather: 757-229-1000 ext. 2804.
Auction Schedule 2025
Saturday, December 13, 1 p.m.
Saturday, December 20, 1 p.m.
All dates are subject to change or cancellation.
Auction Items
Don't miss your chance to go home with one-of-a-kind collectibles and gifts from Colonial Williamsburg.
Pictured Items: Blue Topaz Necklace, Tobacco Lathe Star with Belle, Brass Candlestick, Creamware Cup & Saucer, Leather Folio, Tavern Byers Choice Dolls, Pewter Bear Stirrup Cup, Small Octagonal Box, Creamware Cream & Sugar, Framed Bruton Parish Painting, Engraved Pewter Mug
Pictured Items: Pineapple Punched Tin Lantern, Mochaware Tea Pot, Glass Drop Foot Creamer, Small Octagonal Box, Hand Carved Wooden Rocking Horse, Framed Pam Hult Scherrenschnitte, Farkle Dice Cup with Playing Cards, Bassett Hall Pen, Wrought Iron Matchstick Holder
Pictured Items: Framed Pam Hult Scherrenschnitte, Farkle Dice Cup with Playing Cards, Bassett Hall Pen, Wool Felted Sheep, Set of 2 Engraved 'Cheers' Jiggers, Susan Dahl Franklin Wedding Print, Wooden Cottage Trades Buildings Set
Pictured: Palace Flag
Pictured: Caneberry Sconces
Auction Items Not Pictured: Vaillancourt 12 Days of Christmas Ornament Set, Red Velvet Cape and Muff, 6X9 Denim Booker Rug, Engraved Auction Bell, Kings Arms Dish Set, Quilted Stockings, Over the Door Wreath Holder with Decorations Book, Engraved Child's Bell, Wall Shelf & Mirror Set
Bid by Phone
Can't make it to the auction but want to place a bid? Bids are accepted by phone!
The auction team must receive your bid before 5 p.m. on the day before the auction. Call Tarpley, Thompson, and Company store at 757-229-1000 ext. 2066 and ask for Amy or Michelle. You must provide your name, phone number, the auction items you are interested in, and your max bid for each item. One of the auction team members will then represent you at the auction.
We can ship most items (for a fee) within the continental United States, except for oversized items.