Colonial Williamsburg by Gabriel Schetter

Church of England

gschetter — 2014-05-07 14:14:46 UTC

The Church of England was the official church of Virginia. At first, the church leaders tried to discourage people from practicing other religions Eventually, however, some people demanded freedom to belong to different churches, and the Anglican Church allowed other Protestant groups as well. In Williamsburg, the local church was the center of religious activity.

College of William and Mary

gschetter — 2014-05-07 14:28:12 UTC

The College of William and Mary was named after King William III and Queen Mary II who started the school in 1693. In fact, four presidents-George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, and John Tyler-attended the college. Only boys were allowed to attend college, while girls, worked at home, or went to a dame school.

Shoemaker's Shop

gschetter — 2014-05-07 15:58:32 UTC

This is a shoemaker's shop, an example of a trade business. Here, there are many types of workers. The apprentice does small jobs, and watches the master work. In some shops, African Americans worked to try to buy back their freedom.

Raleigh Tavern

gschetter — 2014-05-12 15:45:11 UTC

Here at Raleigh Tavern, people came to drink, talk about current events, play games, and generally have a good time!

The Slave Quarters

gschetter — 2014-05-12 15:56:34 UTC

Here at the slave quarters, enslaved African Americans slept on straw heaps, or nothing at all. They also sang call and response songs such as "Juba".

Governor's Palace

gschetter — 2014-05-27 13:49:20 UTC

As the capitol of Virginia, Williamsburg was the place where government leaders met to make decisions. The governor's palace was made to impress visitors and to remind them of the king's power. It was three stories high. It had 25 servants and slaves to care for it. The governor's palace was where the governor did his official work, and passed laws and bills.