Gift Guides

King's Arms Tavern Chicken Pot Pie Recipe Dishtowel

A well-loved recipe adapted from the Williamsburg Cookbook will be at your fingertips with our new flour sack dishtowel. This King's Arms Tavern Chicken Pot Pie Recipe Dishtowel details how to make a classic comfort food from one of our most popular...

Lydia's Lemon Chess Tarts Recipe Dishtowel

Well-loved recipes adapted from the fan-favorite Williamsburg Cookbook will be at your fingertips with our flour sack recipe dishtowels. This Lydia's Lemon Chess Tarts Recipe Dishtowel details the recipe for baking a perfect dessert for...

Peppermint Lip Balm

Our sweet Peppermint Balm is a soothing, moisturizing combination of almond oil, peppermint oil, and beeswax. Unlike many cosmetic lip balms, ours uses real beeswax taken from a honeycomb, providing a moisture barrier for the skin. The almond oil acts to...

Faux Leather Flask and Shot Glasses Boxed Gift Set

This Faux Leather Flask and Shot Glasses Boxed Gift Set includes one flask and two shot glasses handsomely wrapped in a matching gift box. Each piece is covered in a light brown faux leather with the Colonial Wiliamsburg logo and initials embossed on the...

Moon Phase Sterling Silver Ring

This exclusive Moon Phase Sterling Silver Ring is inspired by a beautifully detailed moon phase dial from a clock in the collections of The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. Our ring features a paste glass "moon face" cabochon encircled by small white...

The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Beauty

Ever wondered how Marie Antoinette achieved her sky-high hairstyle or how women in the 1700s created their voluminous frizz hairdos? The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Beauty answers all your Georgian beauty questions―and teaches you all you need...

The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking

Whether you wish you could time travel to the court of Versailles, the Highlands of Scotland, or Colonial Williamsburg in the 18th-century, this comprehensive guide will walk you through how to make and wear your 18th century dream gown. Lauren Stowell...

Travel 4-Player Shut the Box Game

A traditional game of counting, addition, and probability, Shut-the-Box dates as far back as the 12th century when this game was enjoyed by Norman fishermen after a long day at sea. Roll the dice and lay down any numerical combination of tiles that match...

Bugle Toy

Rally the troops or call the kids to mealtime with this brass Bugle Toy! Our bugle is made from genuine brass and features a removable mouthpiece with a secure link chain to make sure it doesn't get lost during play. Even if you don't strike up a tune,...

Vaillancourt Black and White Bunny Backward Facing on Delft Egg

This charming Black and White Bunny Backward Facing on Delft Egg chalkware rabbit from Vaillancourt is the perfect home accent for spring and make an adorable addition to your Vaillancourt collection. The bunny is captured in movement and appears...

Vaillancourt Black and White Bunny on Delft Egg

These charming Black and White Bunny on Delft Egg chalkware rabbits from Vaillancourt are the perfect home accents for spring and make an adorable addition to your Vaillancourt collection. The bunnies recline peacefully atop a delicate blue patterned...

Revolutionary Brothers

Steeped in primary sources, Revolutionary Brothers casts fresh light on the remarkable, often complicated, friendship of two extraordinary men - the Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson. As Lafayette opened doors in Paris and Versailles...

Colonial Williamsburg "Revolution Holiday" Adult T-Shirt

This festive version of our bestselling Colonial Williamsburg Revolution T-shirt is a must-have for the holiday season! The graphic features four Nation Builders - James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, Ben Franklin and George Washington - striding across...

Duke of Gloucester Covered Ginger Jar

The Duke of Gloucester Porcelain Ginger Jar from Mottahedeh adds a touch of beauty and elegance anywhere in the home. Fill it with trinkets or memories to last a lifetime or give it as gift to that special someone. Makes a lovely wedding gift! Need more...

Duke of Gloucester Scalloped Bowl

This extravagant Duke of Gloucester Scalloped Bowl is low and wide and features a cascade of blueberries as well as smaller fruit details. The bowl is one of the most unique pieces in the WILLIAMSBURG Duke of Gloucester line by Mottahedeh. Beyond the...

Duke of Gloucester Pitcher

The rococo design of the Duke of Gloucester fine porcelain dinnerware collection comes to life on the opulent Duke of Gloucester Pitcher. Gold trim accents the rim and complex handle. A beautiful addition to your table and a lovely accent to anywhere in...

Duke of Gloucester Shell Dish

This Duke of Gloucester Porcelain Shell Dish can be used as an elegant serving piece at dinner, as a soup bowl, a dessert bowl, or as a decorative object in your home. Pair it with other Duke of Gloucester pieces or mix and match with other patterns for...

Duke of Gloucester Octagonal Reproduction Platter

One of the most elegant patterns we have ever interpreted from our collections, Duke of Gloucester fine porcelain dinnerware from Mottahedeh will make you feel like a benevolent monarch, and your guests, like visiting royalty. This Duke of Gloucester...

Burgundy Flower Enamel 18k Gold Plate Drop Earrings

Add classic style to your look with these Burgundy Flower Enamel Drop Earrings from Colonial Williamsburg! These gold-plated sterling silver enamel earrings feature a pale blue flower encased in an ogee shape with a burgundy background. The ogee shape...

Burgundy Enamel Flower Stud Earrings

Add a pop of color to your look with these Burgundy Flower Enamel Stud Earrings. Featuring an enamel flower with a light blue center, this unique set was inspired by the carpeting at the Colonial Williamsburg Governor's Palace. Sterling silver post backs...

"The Prentis Store Then and Now" Framed Print by Marcia Long

The "The Prentis Store Then and Now" Framed Print by Marcia Long encases depictions of the original Prentis Store of the 18th-century and subsequent restorations of the shop on Duke of Gloucester Street in Colonial Williamsburg. The sepia...

A Brief Treatise on Tomb & Grave Stones of the Eighteenth Century

An introductory guide and study resource for understanding the process of Eighteenth Century Gravestone carving, as well as a primer on identifying carvers of the stones. Includes proper notes for academic study thereon, along with many pictures for...

An Army Doctor’s American Revolutionary War Journal, 1775-1783

At the age of 21, James Thacher (1754–1844) joined the newly formed American army as a surgeon's mate, eventually advancing to the role of surgeon for the Massachusetts 16th Regiment. In 1823, he published his Journal, reporting both wartime events...

Historic Area Buildings Kitchen Towels

Eight of Colonial Williamsburg's historic area buildings are uniquely captured on this set of two kitchen towels: Governor's Palace, Raleigh Tavern, Capitol, Bruton Parish Church, Wetherburn's Tavern, Magazine and guardhouse, Wythe House and Peyton...

"All I Want for Christmas is to be in Williamsburg" Pillow

Hopefully Santa will read this pillow and deliver you to your favorite place, Colonial Williamsburg! "All I Want for Christmas is to be in Williamsburg" is embroidered in white on a red cotton velvet pillow. A fun reminder of your time visiting...

Colonial Williamsburg: The Guide

No visit to Colonial Williamsburg is complete without our official guide book! This first new edition of Colonial Williamsburg's official guide since 2014, this book includes information on all of Colonial Williamsburg's historic sites. This guide...

Governor's Palace Mini Building Blocks

Recreate one of Colonial Williamsburg's most famous structures with these fun Governor's Palace Mini Building Blocks. Featuring all the pieces you need to build the regal estate, this package also allows you to add any personal touches you like! Features...

Alexander Hamilton Signature Notebook

Now you can put pen to paper in your very own Alexander Hamilton Signature Notebook, and let his words encourage and inspire you as you record your daily musings. Features Moleskin-like binding Cream paper stock and an elegant ribbon page marker...

Marooned: Jamestown, Shipwreck and A New History of America's Origin

In Marooned, Joseph Kelly reexamines the history of Jamestown and comes to a radically different and decidedly American interpretation of these first Virginians. In this gripping account of shipwrecks and mutiny in America's earliest settlements, Kelly...

Trend and Tradition Subscription

Trend & Tradition: The Magazine of Colonial Williamsburg is devoted to telling the stories of 18th-century America from a 21st-century point of view. Redesigned in 2016, the Foundation's quarterly publication continues to feature history articles...

Hotch Potch ABC Cards

The original hand-tinted print dates from 1782 and shows jovial "Hotchpotch" characters contorting themselves (quite instructively, we might add) into the letters of the alphabet. As was typical at the time, J and U are omitted - most people used I and V...

Washington Camp Pewter Cup

Bring home a piece of American history. An ideal gift for history buffs and proud patriots alike, this polished pewter Washington camp cup is a true reproduction of the original design created by George Washington in 1776. Pewter, both imported and...

Longton Creamware Cake Platter

Add a beautiful touch to your creamware collection with this Longton Creamware Cake Plate. This historically-inspired porcelain plate from Mottahedeh features delightful rococo forms and a crisp strawberry leaf design which Longton Hall, the first...

Abby Heart Amethyst Pendant

Beautiful sterling silver scrollwork surrounds a deep purple amethyst stone with this Abby Heart Amethyst Pendant, a gorgeous centerpiece to this regal accoutrement. Features Sterling silver chain and scrollwork 18" chain 3/4" L Amethyst stone with...

Abby Heart Ring Blue Topaz

Stunning Abby Heart aqua blue gemstones surrounded by white topaz makes this sterling silver ring a gorgeous gift for a sweetheart (or yourself!). Features Sterling silverBlue topaz centerWhite topaz surroundWILLIAMSBURG exclusive!Available in sizes 6,7,...

Honey Lip Balm

Our sweet Honey Lip Balm is a soothing, moisturizing combination of almond oil and beeswax. Unlike many cosmetic lip balms, ours uses real beeswax taken from a honeycomb, providing a moisture barrier for the skin. The almond oil acts to soften and...

Abby Heart and Blue Topaz Drop Earrings

Stunning aqua gemstones surrounded by white topaz makes these Abby Heart and Blue Topaz Drop Earrings a gorgeous gift for a sweetheart (or yourself!) Features Sterling silver Blue topaz center White topaz surround  Wire hook  Drops measure 2"L...

Earl Grey Tea Sachets

These fine teas, specially blended for Colonial Williamsburg, include varieties that delighted colonial tea enthusiasts. In 1768, colonists consumed more than a million pounds of tea. Their willingness to boycott tea in the 1770s is a testament to their...

Sterling Silver Scroll Dangle Earrings

Our Sterling Silver Scroll Dangle Earrings are inspired by motifs found on decorative objects from the eighteenth-century, from furniture and textiles, to architectural details, that you will see at Colonial Williamsburg. A classic, easy style that goes...

Pineapple and Cream Pearl Sterling Silver and Gold Plated Earrings

These Pineapple and Cream Pearl Sterling Silver and Gold Plated Earrings are an elegant interpretation of pineapple jewelry. Our exclusive sterling silver and pearl earring set add polish and sophistication to any look.  Features Gold plated...

Pineapple and White Pearl Sterling Silver Drop Earrings

These Pineapple and White Pearl Sterling Silver Drop Earrings are an elegant interpretation of pineapple jewelry. Our exclusive sterling silver and pearl earring set add polish and sophistication to any look.  Features Sterling silver top White...

"Yours Only" Silver Ring

Adorn the one you adore with a message of "yovrs onli" (yours only). This reproduction ring is based on the inscription found on the original, now in the British Museum collections. The gold original of this ring, with a delicate interlacing pattern...

Pineapple and White Pearl Sterling Silver Pendant

An elegant interpretation of the iconic pineapple, this Pineapple and White Pearl Sterling Silver Pendant hangs delicately from a silver chain, adding polish and sophistication to any look. Features Sterling silver top White pearl bottom Drop...

Pineapple and Cream Pearl Sterling Silver and Gold Plated Pendant

An elegant interpretation of the iconic pineapple, this Pineapple and Cream Pearl Sterling Silver and Gold Plated Pendant hangs delicately from a silver chain, adding polish and sophistication to any look. Features Gold plated sterling silver setting...

Pieces of Eight

Ahoy, matey! Your little pirates will want a few of these reproduction coins to run through their fingers when dressing up as a pirate. Makes a fun educational tool for the classroom too. Features Reproduction Pieces of Eight Includes: 8 Bits, 4...

Flowering Ginger Jar

An ornate chinoiserie pattern and brass rim makes this Flowering Ginger Jar a beauty on the mantel only or in a pair. A tall, curvy piece of décor steeped in history, it is especially beautiful when the brass trim catches the light. Features ...

Brass Trimmed Pagoda Jar

A beautiful addition to any chinoiserie collection, this porcelain, brass trimmed pagoda ginger jar has an allover swirling design in blue and white, brass trim, and a multilayer topper for interesting detail. Features Hand-painted Swirling pattern in...

Williamsburg's Joseph Prentis: His Monthly Kalender & Garden Book

In the eighteenth century as today, Williamsburg was known for its fine gardens. Among the town's most enthusiastic gardeners was Joseph Prentis, an attorney who kept a personal garden book and calendar. This volume includes the full text of Prentis'...