Christmas & Holiday

Byers' Choice Snow Tree

Add atmosphere to your arrangement of Byers Choice®, Ltd. Carolers. Evergreen trees are made of dark green plastic bristles, flocked with soft white "snow" for a realistic effect. Features Dark green flocked with soft white snow Choose from three...

Reproduction Colonial Money - Set B

This set of reproduction Colonial and Revolutionary currency includes various denominations and sizes. Set B includes 1 each of the following notes: 20 Dollars - United States 1778,  4 Dollars - North Carolina 1778, 8 Dollars - Massachusetts Bay...

Bruton Parish Church with Snow Ornament

This Christmas ornament is a detailed replica of the Bruton Parish Church, featuring a snow-covered ground, evergreen trees, wreath-covered windows, and a sparkling roof. A beautiful sight to see, especially in wintertime, the Bruton Parish Church...

Child's Compass Fan

Children's fans often served as memory aids and were printed with dance steps, maps, words to songs and etiquette tips. Thus, a girl could keep her lessons close at hand in social situations. The compass fan is inspired by scenes of youthful instruction...

Red Townscape Toile Towel Set

Made of 100% cotton, these soft and absorbent kitchen towels provide the perfect pop of red to your room. Features our red townscape toile pattern highlighting some of the most recognizable buildings in the Historic Area, like the Governor's Palace and...

Numbers Dice Games

Add, subtract, multiple, divide. What's the answer? You must decide! Similar to games played in the 18th century, this fun Numbers Dice Game reinforces spelling, counting and math skills for children. Simulated ivory dice come with instructions for...

Colonial Williamsburg Fifer Ornament

This Colonial Williamsburg Fifer Ornament is a detailed replica of a marching soldier from the Fife & Drum Corps. The fifer wears a red and blue American Revolutionary War uniform. This Christmas ornament makes a wonderful addition to your tree and a...

Wooden Governor's Palace Ornament

A small-scale version of our popular flat-back Colonial Williamsburg wooden building collectibles. It depicts the Governor's Palace in full holiday regalia-along with a frosting of snow and ice as an ornament. Complete with satin hanging ribbon. Made in...

Maple Praline Syrup

With a rich combination of maple syrup and southern pecans, our Colonial Williamsburg Maple Praline Syrup turns breakfast into an old-fashioned southern spread. This colonial syrup will also enliven your favorite recipes. A simple mix of maple syrup,...

Blueberry Syrup

A sumptuous syrup made from one of the most delicious New World discoveries the blueberry! Colonial Williamsburg Blueberry Syrup is perfect as a breakfast syrup or ice cream syrup. With whole blueberries and real blueberry juice, our blueberry syrup is a...

Travis House Lantern Black Finish

The charming back door lantern of the gambrel-roofed Travis House inspired this glass-paned metal lantern with a black powder-coated finish. The hinged top lets you insert a 1 1/2" pillar candle or tea light (not included.)  Features Inspired by...

Holiday Fare Cookbook

Hot Cranberry Wassail! Cheese and Chive Crisps! Buttery Rum Pumpkin Pie! Sixty easy-to-follow recipes from Executive Chef John Gonzales are featured in the Holiday Fare Cookbook, including historic local flavors from Colonial Williamsburg's famed...

Blue Bird Waterpipe Whistle

This Blue Bird Waterpipe Whistle, also known as a "water pipe" or "water warble," these bird whistles are a classic novelty. Bird whistles were popular with 18th-century children and adults. To use, simply fill the whistle with water and then blow gently...

Roasted Pecan Syrup

Southern roasted pecans are cooked in small batches using an old southern recipe to create Colonial Williamsburg's Roasted Pecan Syrup. Enjoy this delicious roasted pecan flavored syrup on pancakes or waffles in the morning, or drizzle it over ice cream...

Smell of Christmas Refresher Oil

Add this oil to lift the fragrance from our bag of potpourri or your own dried botanicals. This Smell of Christmas refresher oil combines the delightful aromas of citrus and spice when adding to our naturally festive botanicals... red berries, evergreen...

Sally the Leicester Longwool Lamb Plush Toy

Your little ones will love to cuddle with our Sally the Leicester Longwool Lamb plush toy. This stuffed animal baby is inspired by the Leicester Longwool sheep bred at Colonial Williamsburg today. Excellent partners for budding historians, veterinarians...

Colonial Capitol with Holly Etched Holiday Ornament

Surrounded by a wreath of holly and ringing bells, the gilded colonial Capitol shines under a red ribbon in this commemorative holiday ornament. Celebrate the birthplace of American politics with this exclusive decoration, accompanied by an explanation...

Grand Illumination Christmas Cards

These festive Grand Illumination Christmas Cards feature a scene of fireworks bursting in the air above the Governor's Palace in the background, amidst the snow, with cressets burning and decorated homes in Colonial Williamsburg's Historic Area...

Smell of Christmas Fragrance Potpourri

This easy gift perfumes the home with the heavenly scents of Christmas. It's as easy as untying the holiday ribbon and pouring the fragrant contents into a favorite bowl. Let the festivities begin! The Smell of Christmas combines the delightful aromas of...

Smell of Christmas Room Spray

Bring the aromas of citrus and spice indoors with this Smell of Christmas Room Spray. Add fragrance to any room, artificial tree, flowers, cards or stationery. Features Aerosol  Beautiful decorative can  Aromas of citrus and spice 5oz. ...

Robert Carter Carriage Ornament

As seen in Colonial Williamsburg: the impressive Robert Carter post coach. This Robert Carter Carriage Ornament is 24kt gold-plated solid brass with enamel accents. 2" H x 4" L. Features 24 kt Gold-Plated Solid BrassEnamel Accents2"H x 4"L Product...

Blue Tobacco Jar Ornament

A mini tobacco jar for your Christmas tree, with scrolling blue detail and “WILLIAMSBURG” at the center. This ornament is an adaptation of an 18th-century delft tobacco jar in Colonial Williamsburg's collections. Porcelain, 2 1/2”H. Features Adaptation...

Botany - A Naturalist's Notebook

Whether you make observations close to home (how does your garden grow?) or keep detailed, accurate field notes for your Journal of Researches (like Darwin!), take along this Botany - A Naturalist's Notebook. Make at least one discovery every day! 48...

Woman with Lantern Fabric Ornament

Let this colonial woman with lantern ornament help illuminate your tree on dark winter nights! Wearing a long red cape and green dress, this festive woman is sure to add a touch of yuletide charm to the tree. 6"H. Features Fabric 6"H WILLIAMSBURG...

Orange Clove Ornament Kit

Decorate your home for the holidays with the timeless, classic beauty of fruits and natural decorations. This ornament kit is all-inclusive and contains everything you need to turn your fresh fruits into beautiful, aromatic orange-clove pomanders. Scent...

Byers' Choice Wood Christmas Tree Advent Calendar

A classic Christmas tradition, the advent calendar is a cherished heirloom in many households. This wooden Christmas tree piece from Byers' Choice featuring motifs from the Historic Area will surely bring you and your family many years of joy and...

Capitol with Carriage Etched Ornament

This Capitol with Carriage gold-plated brass etched into the shape of the Colonial Capitol hangs from red satin ribbon for a lovely Christmas decoration. 2 3/4"L x 3"W. Features Gold-plated brass 2 3/4"L x 3"W WILLIAMSBURG exclusive! Product Care Dust...

Dancing Man Red and Gold Fabric Ornament

This colonial dancing gentleman fabric ornament is elegantly appointed for a festive celebration, featuring a full red coat and golden breeches perfect for the holidays. Don't forget his beautifully dressed dance partner!  Features Fabric 6"H...

Dancing Lady Red and Gold Fabric Ornament

Featuring a full red and gold dress perfect for the holidays, this colonial dancing lady is elegantly appointed for a festive celebration. Don't forget her rakish dance partner! Features Fabric 6"H Handmade WILLIAMSBURG exclusive!

American Traditions Spy Glass

Spy behind enemy lines (or steal a peek at what's for dinner!) This fully functional brass American Traditions Spy Glass with faux wood-grain finish includes a map of historic Revolutionary War battles as well as educational text about the Revolutionary...

American Traditions Compass

This fully functional American Traditions Compass comes in a handsome brass-hinged wood case with an early American flag embossed in gold. Your child can navigate the same way the colonists did with this fun compass toy. Features Functional compass 2...

Silver Capitol Fabric Ornament

This soft fabric ornament depicts the Colonial Williamsburg Capitol with silver tissue, silver cord, velvet, sequins and filling. They are handmade in Thailand.  5"L x 3"W. Features Soft ornament interpreting Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Made...

Holiday Pineapple Christmas Cards

While colonists in the 18th century did not decorate their doors and homes with expensive fruits during Christmas, the tradition of decorating the Historic Area of Williamsburg with elaborate and fresh floral and fruit arrangements during the holiday...

Byers' Choice Boy with Red Coat with Black and White Check Scarf

With sleigh bells in hand, this Byers' Choice Caroler Boy is ready to croon a carol. He wears a cocked hat and a red coat with a festive black and white check scarf.  Features Byers' Choice collectible Hand-painted clay face Hand-dressed in...

Byers' Choice Man with Black and Red Coat

In a black coat and red britches, this caroler is ready for festive song and dance well into the night. His lantern keeps him warm and illuminated, even on the coldest winter evenings.  Features Byers' Choice collectible Hand-painted clay...

Byers' Choice Girl with Black and White Check Dress

This Byers' Choice Caroler Girl wears a festive black and white checked dress and a red hooded cape - she's ready to stroll Duke of Gloucester Street sending good cheer to all during the holiday season in the Historic Area of Colonial Williamsburg...

Tree Color Etched Ornament

Featuring the Governor's Palace, Magazine and Capitol, this gold-finish Christmas tree reminds you of your favorite place to spend the holidays. 3"H. Features 3"H Comes in gift box WILLIAMSBURG exclusive! Product Care Dust with dry cloth...

The Colonial Williamsburg Tavern Cookbook

It's six o'clock, stomachs are rumbling and suddenly you have a yearning for the Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Flounder you enjoyed at Christiana Campbell's Tavern. No problem. Pull out The Colonial Williamsburg Tavern Cookbook, roll up your sleeves, and in an...

Alphabet Dice Game

It comes as no surprise that learning is best achieved when the process is enjoyable, and our Alphabet Dice Game is sure to please. Even John Locke, 17th-century philosopher and educator, encouraged the use of alphabet dice so children would learn their...

Navy and Red Hotch Potch Velour Doll

This plush doll is based on the famous 1782 print "The Comical Hotch-Potch of the Alphabet turn'd Posture-Master," a learning tool for children. It shows jovial "Hotchpotch" characters contorting themselves (quite instructively, we might add) into the...

I Hardy Playing Cards

This "I Hardy" Playing Cards deck is based on a card deck printed circa 1765. Our 18th-century playing cards are printed with period-appropriate colors and motifs on heavy stock paper. These reproduction playing cards are perfect for re-enacting events,...

Quill Pen

A goose feather quill pen and powdered ink were the basic writing instruments in the 18th century. Our quill pens are made from the finest quality bleached white goose pointers. The nib may be re-sharpened and re-shaped as often as necessary...

Byers' Choice Drummer

Made in Pennsylvania, each Byers' Choice figure is lovingly hand-detailed and dressed in period-inspired clothing. This Byers' Choice Drummer is made exclusively for Colonial Williamsburg. Our drummer wears a "tricorn" hat, the red and blue uniform of...

Byers' Choice Fifer

Made in Pennsylvania, each Byers' Choice figure is lovingly hand-detailed and dressed in period-inspired clothing. This Byers' Choice Fifer is made exclusively for Colonial Williamsburg. Our fifer wears a "tricorn" hat, the red and blue uniform of the...

WILLIAMSBURG Bassett Hall Punch Bowl

This stunning WILLIAMSBURG Bassett Hall Punch Bowl is reproduced from an original Chinese export bowl c. 1760-1775 held in our collections. The porcelain bowl is decorated inside with a stylized rope and spearheaded border and outside with lushly painted...

Byers' Choice Girl with Skates

This Byers' Choice figurine is all bundled up and is on her way to skate! To keep warm, this Girl with Skates caroler is dressed in furs and colorful layers of red and green. A sweet addition to your Byers' Choice collection. Features Byers' Choice...

The Art-Full Tree: Ornaments to Make Inspired by the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum

Based on art from Colonial Williamsburg's Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Museum's collection, each of the 33 projects in The Art-Full Tree: Ornaments to Make Inspired by the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art features an image of the original work and...

Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Wooden Ornament

Scaled for your tree, this Wooden Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Ornament captures the distinct charm of this historic Williamsburg building. When the capital moved to Richmond in 1780, the vacant brick mansion was put to use by American forces as a...