We took a break from the boat today and visited the reconstruction of the colonial village of Williamsburg. As you history fans know, Williamsburg was the capital of Virginia prior to the move to Richmond. As home to the Virginia colony government during pre-revolutionary war days, it saw many historical events and personalities that played a role in the formation of the United States. I visited here as a kid probably about 50 years ago (no kidding, 50 years!). Amazingly I remembered a few things from that visit.
The photos are:
The capital building where the king's representatives and colonial representatives met.
The maze; a hedge of about 7' tall that can entertain kids (and some adults) for a very long time.
The front of the governor's mansion. Governor appointed by the king.
The back door to the mansion.
Tomorrow it's off again for a sail south; our last day on the Chesapeake. We should be in Norfolk tomorrow night (Wed). Then through the Great Bridge lock and Virginia Cut canal to Albemarle Sound North Carolina. AND...crab cakes and home made potato chips at Coinjock, NC. So special we decided they are worth a second visit. I'll post a map and some Chesapeake photos in a couple of days.
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