Great Gifts Under $50

Karen Cruden "Spring in Williamsburg" Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Made exclusively for Colonial Williamsburg, the "Spring in Williamsburg" Counted Cross Stitch Kit is adapted from artwork by Karen Cruden and designed by Ceil Humphreys for The Posy Collection.  The kit contains contains everything you...

Shields Tavern Tea Towel

This tea towel bears the insignia of the Shields Tavern and the year 1745, inspired by the décor of the historic tavern in Colonial Williamsburg. Features Measures 18” X 27” 100% Cotton Williamsburg Exclusive Made in...

Williamsburg Watercolor Note Cards

These reproductions of original watercolor paintings of Historic Area scenes capture the look and feel of historic Colonial Williamsburg long after your visit has ended. Painted by Williamsburg artist Marcia Long, each notecard features a different...

Amy, Ben and Catalpa the Cat

Great pictures and lots of action! In this full-color alphabet story in verse, Amy, Ben and Catalpa take children on a fun-filled day in 18th-century Williamsburg. No sooner does a fifer pass Amy and Ben's window than they are off to the fair! During...

Pewter Jacks in Leather Bag

Share the simple joy of this historical game enjoyed through the ages with the next generation. Our Pewter Jacks Set includes 10 cast pewter jacks, 2 balls (one wood and one rubber), 1 leather bag, and a card with historical notes and game...

The Williamsburg Art of Cookery

In 1938, Helen Bullock compiled an amazing collection of favorite "receipts" or recipes known to have been used in Virginia households in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Williamsburg Art of Cookery allows modern cooks to offer the same time-tested fare...

"Carpe Diem" Verse Dish

This Porcelain Carpe Diem Verse Dish by Mottahedeh is the perfect gift for graduates or anyone that would appreciate the daily reminder to "Seize the Day." The dish is decorated in underglaze blue and accented with gold around the rim. A perfect...

Colonial Williamsburg Gunpowder Tea Sachets

Colonial Williamsburg fine teas are specially blended for us, and include varieties that delighted tea enthusiasts in the 18th century as much as they do tea connoisseurs today. Gunpowder Tea is tightly rolled, then lightly roasted, giving it a dense,...

Colonial Williamsburg Lapsang Souchong Tea

Colonial Williamsburg fine teas are specially blended for us, and include varieties that delighted tea enthusiasts in the 18th century as much as they do tea connoisseurs today. Lapsang Souchong's flavor is strong and smoky - meant to complement the...

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...

Silver and Amethyst Scroll Ring

A gift worthy of a queen! Small, graceful scroll of silver with just the right mix of simple and ornate are accented by a striking amethyst. The birthstone for February and the gemstone for the 6th wedding anniversary, this amethyst is sure to delight,...

Melody Harp

This finely crafted wood zither, or melody harp, is one of the easiest instruments a child can play. Simply slide one of 12 song sheets under the strings and follow the "dots" with the pick. A great way to start a child onto a lifetime of music. 14 1/2"...

Tavern Mug Ornament

Add Colonial Williamsburg tavern charm to your tree this Christmas with our exclusive miniature Tavern Mug Ornament. The mug features the same design as our popular stoneware tavern mug. Makes a great gift! Features Tavern mug ornament inspired by...

Ben Franklin Quote Pillow

Benjamin Franklin once said, "I fear the man who drinks water and so remembers this morning what the rest of us said last night." Here, we've captured his words on a pure cotton embroidered pillow. In 18th-century Europe, where polluted waterways were a...

Colonial Williamsburg Rare Breeds Ornament - Horse

This holiday season decorate your tree with this Colonial Williamsburg Rare Breeds Horse Ornament. Made of wood with a string of twine for hanging, it will bring the feel of Colonial Williamsburg to your Christmas tree for years to come! Complete your...

Maria's Story: 1773

Maria's Story: 1773 is part of The Young Americans Book Series by award-winning author Joan Lowery Nixon. When Maria Rind's father dies, her mother is forced to continue his work writing and publishing the Virginia Gazette newspaper. That leaves Maria...

Striped Red Earthenware Inkwell

Add historic charm to your desk with this Striped Red Earthenware Inkwell. This reproduction inkwell would have been a common site to inhabitants of Williamsburg in the 18th century. Made of more common materials, such as earthenware, or finely crafted...

Acrobatic Hotch Potch

Flip, spin and twirl this acrobatic Hotch Potch doll with a flick of the wrist! Watch his arms and legs rotate as you move the wooden base. Features Wood and string11 1/2"HWILLIAMSBURG exclusive! Inspiration Children's toys of the 18th century were...

Colonial Williamsburg Carved Stoneware Stein

This Colonial Williamsburg Stoneware Stein features a beautiful, carved design of the Fife & Drum Corps positioned in front of the Governor's Palace.  This stein is dishwasher safe and makes the perfect Colonial Williamsburg...

Pinhead Gunpowder Loose Tea Canister

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...

Resin Copper Watering Can Ornament

This Resin Copper Watering Can Ornament makes a lovely addition to the gardening enthusiast's Christmas tree! The miniature watering can is made of resin with a metallic copper finish. It contrasts beautifully against the green pine of your tree and...

2024 Colonial Williamsburg Towel Calendar

Art and organization come together with our 2024 Colonial Williamsburg Calendar Towel! This Colonial Williamsburg collectible wall hanging features an original illustration of Robertson's Windmill at Ewing Field in the Historic Area on the top of...

Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area Map Pint Glass

This Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area Map Pint Glass is a fun keepsake you can use every day back home to remember your trip. The pint glass has a map print in white outlines all around the outside of the glass and the Colonial Williamsburg logo and...

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...

Mini Captain's Mistress Game

Legend says that Captain Cook played this game nightly to relax with his fellow shipmates. In fact, he spent so much time playing the game, it came to be known as the Captain's Mistress. The object of the game is simple, yet the strategies are endless...

Colonial Williamsburg Rare Breeds Ornament - Cow

This holiday season decorate your tree with this Colonial Williamsburg Rare Breeds Cow Ornament. Made of wood with a string of twine for hanging, it will bring the feel of Colonial Williamsburg to your Christmas tree for years to come! Complete your...

Colonial Williamsburg Vintage Map Ornament

Our Colonial Williamsburg Map Ornament features a vintage-style map that will add a touch of 18th-century charm to your Christmas tree! Makes a great gift for antique map and history enthusiasts. Features Christmas ornament with a vintage-style map...

Colonial Williamsburg Young Hyson Tea

Colonial Williamsburg fine teas are specially blended for us, and include varieties that delighted tea enthusiasts in the 18th century as much as they do tea connoisseurs today. Young Hyson has a light, sweet taste. It is created from green tea leaves,...

Darjeeling Fine Loose Tea Canister

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...

George Washington's Rules To Live By

When the Father of Our Country was a boy, he copied by hand a list of rules written almost 150 years before, and then passed on from generation to generation. The rules covered everything from table manners and hygiene to integrity and citizenship, and...

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...

Colonial Williamsburg Buildings Scarf

Wrap yourself in this airy Colonial Williamsburg Buildings Scarf. It is made of soft and airy viscose fabric, perfect for Spring and Summer weather. This scarf features a playful print which highlights some of Colonial Williamsburg's most iconic...

Peridot Scroll Ring Sterling

A solitaire ring with a very feminine band! Small, graceful ribbons of silver with just the right mix of simple and ornate scroll are accented by a soothing green peridot. Nicknamed the "Emerald of the Evening" by the ancient Romans, the radiant...

Colonial Williamsburg Navy Blue "Huzzah!" Adult Hoodie Sweatshirt

This classic Colonial Williamsburg hoodie sweatshirt features a common exclamation heard throughout the historic area of Colonial Williamsburg to express approval or delight, "Huzzah!" Wear this comfortable sweatshirt as a reminder of your happy place...

Thomas Jefferson Quote Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Made for Colonial Williamsburg, this Thomas Jefferson Quote Counted Cross Stitch Kit designed by Barbara Bangser for The Posy Collection features the quote, "I cannot live without books." It's a wonderful quote from Thomas Jefferson for your...

Travel Fox & Geese Game

Take a classic game on the road with our Travel Fox & Geese Game. Perfect for camping, vacations, or simply to enjoy at home when you need a break from screen time.  Features Game set includes a wooden board, instructions, and marbles The...

Oolong Colonial Loose Tea Canister

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...

Southern Pecan Premium Ground Coffee Canister

Our Southern Pecan Premium Ground Coffee blends ground Colombian Supremo coffee beans with southern pecan flavoring for a scrumptious cup of coffee with a mellow and nutty flavor profile. This gourmet coffee makes a lovely gift for coffee lovers or a...

Flowers and Herbs of Early America

Rediscover our American botanical heritage with this chronicle of the history and cultivation of 56 species of colonial flowers and herbs. Researched and written by master gardener Lawrence Griffith, curator of plants for The Colonial Williamsburg...

Restoring Williamsburg

From our fascinating and highly readable best-selling classic, Williamsburg Before and After to our revised and expanded edition, Restoring Williamsburg combines the history of a major restoration bringing the story up to present. Sheds new...

Round Rosette Bowl Tea Caddy Spoon

Cast from fine non-tarnishing, no-lead pewter, this rounded-bowl tea caddy spoon features a rosette pattern in the center, foliage surround, and a cross-hatched pattern on the handle. It is a reproduction of a spoon in the Colonial Williamsburg...

St. George Tucker House Pecan Pie Recipe Dishtowel

Well-loved recipes adapted from the fan-favorite Williamsburg Cookbook will be at your fingertips with our flour sack recipe dishtowels. This St. George Tucker House Pecan Pie Recipe Dishtowel details the recipe for baking delicious Tucker House...

The Art and Soul of African American Interpretation

The Art and Soul of African American Interpretation is the first book in which African American interpreters themselves reflect on their profession. Six experienced interpreters discuss how they research historical figures and create characters, often...

Eagles Wing Tea Caddy Spoon

This pewter eagles wing tea caddy spoon is a reproduction of an actual heirloom in Colonial Williamsburg's collections. Tea caddy spoons were popular in the 1700s, when tea was more expensive, and were used for measuring tea leaves. Handcrafted in the...

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...

Entertaining Ideas from Williamsburg

Virginia, of course, is famous for its hospitality. Drawing on that tradition, here's a treasure trove of ideas for celebrating special occasions throughout the year. From a winter anniversary to a spring wedding, a Fourth of July picnic to a children's...

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...

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...