This exhibition explores the use of quilting to decorate bed coverings, clothing, and accessories of the 17th and 18th centuries. See detailed drawings of elaborate quilting patterns that often are...

This exhibition showcases ceramics made in England, Germany and early America. A wide array of stoneware vessels for drinking, dining and storage was available in the 17th and 18th centuries. This...

This exhibition in the Henry H. Weldon Gallery features a few select pieces from the collection of more than 725 pieces of 18th-century British pottery.

This exhibition in the Mary Jewett Gaiser Gallery displays selections from the Foundation's vast collection of 18th-century British silver. The collection has grown through generous gifts from...

This is the first exhibition devoted to the three-dimensional portraits carved by the elusive artist between 1847 and his death in 1851. Although Asa Ames's output was small, this exquisite group of...

This exhibition, on display in the Foster and Muriel McCarl Gallery, features 19th and 20th-century bed coverings that incorporate stars as a design element. The stunning objects range from a bold...

The entire O'Malley family has gathered for Uncle Sean's wake. Shocked as they are by the old boy's sudden and unexpected departure, they're determined to give him a send off as only an Irish family...

Your guided tour includes a video presentation on grape growing (viticulture) and winemaking (oenology), a stroll through the barrel cellar and a visit to the production area. In our museum you will...

This exhibition, on display in the Mary B. and William Lehman Guyton Gallery, features the work of 19th-century artist Lewis Miller. His fine, detailed drawings echo his observations of the places he...

This exhibition in the Elizabeth Ridgely and Miodrag Blagojevich Gallery highlights pieces from three regions: Eastern Virginia, Pennsylvania and New England. While early furniture forms and styles...

Visitors can discover what sorts of money was in the pockets and wallets of our colonial ancestors in this exhibition. While most coins were foreign, images struck into them range from wild hogs to...

This exhibition dazzles with rich and colorful choices in table and tea wares available to 18th-century British and American consumers. Expanding world trade and strengthening industry put a teapot on...

This is an exhibition of two types of keyboard musical instruments. The 1762 harpsichord made by Jacob Kirckman of London makes its sound by plucking the strings. An 1806 grand piano by John Broadwood...

This exhibition features splendid examples of British and American antiques from 1660 to 1820, including a sterling silver chandelier made for King William III and Charles Willson Peale's portrait of...

This exhibition looks at colonial kitchen equipment from an aesthetic and practical viewpoint, highlighting its beauty and utility.

This exhibit features toys from three centuries. Visitors to the exhibition will see dollhouses that range from a four-room Philadelphia early nineteenth-century row house to a twelve foot long...

This exhibition is an outstanding display of military and civilian weapons exploring muzzle-loading firearms, ignition systems, and the evolution of the standing British infantry musket before 1800.

This exhibition takes a closer look at the production and decoration of ceramic wares of the eighteenth century. Find out the difference between stoneware, earthenware and porcelain and discover how...

This exhibition features five copies of the famous document printed in anticipation of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Printers competed to produce copies that...

This exhibition reveals the steps taken to conserve this important late 18th-century double portrait of Maryland sisters Sally Scott and Anna Maria Murray. Before displaying the painting, it was...

"Located in the heart of Williamsburg at Merchants Square on Duke of Gloucester Street. Flower beds and benches offer a tranquil setting for Market shopping...