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What Says Virginia: A Question of Independence.

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What Says Virginia: A Question of Independence.

About this activity

During this 1-hour walking tour, learn the complexities of Virginia's decision to seek independence from England. Discover the challenges faced by the men of the House of Burgesses as they ultimately chose to declare Virginia's independence and learn how this pivotal decision influenced the Continental Congress in Philadelphia.

Please note: Due to staff participation in other events, tours may be unavailable on some days. Please see our website for information.

*Shades of Our Past is not affiliated with Colonial Williamsburg; therefore, this tour does not include entrance or admission into Colonial Williamsburg-owned buildings. Since the tour is through the streets of Colonial Williamsburg, it is weather contingent. Please be prepared for all weather conditions.

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At a glance

Duration
one hour
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Shades of Our Past

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Souvenir button

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Governor's Palace

    15 min Admission not included

    Our first stop will be at the top of the Palace Green to discuss the founding of Virginia, its government, and how proud they are to be British subjects.

  2. Stop 2

    15 min Admission not included

    Our second stop will be on the corner of Palace Green and Nicholson Street, behind the James Geddy House. Here we will discuss the French & Indian War, the economic repercussions, and Parliament's plan for recovery.

  3. Stop 3

    15 min Admission not included

    At our third stop, we will discuss Peyton Randolph's role in the government, the response of the House of Burgesses to the Boston Tea Party and the Intolerable Acts, and Lord Dunmore's reaction to the House of Burgesses.

  4. Stop 4

    15 min Admission not included

    At our last stop, we will discuss the Burgesses response to the dissolution of the government, an overview of what led Virginia down the path to independence, including the Virginia Conventions, and Virginia's influence over the Revolution, Independence and future generations.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • We will meet at the corner of West Duke of Gloucester Street and Palace Green. There will be a sandwich board with a Shades of Our Past logo upon it to indicate where the tour guide is located.

End point

  • This endpoint will be in front of the Raleigh Tavern. The tour will not return to its starting point.

Using your ticket

This ticket does not grant entry into buildings owned by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. It is valid for this tour only.

A detailed final confirmation message will be sent via TripAdvisor/Viator 2-3 hours before the tour start time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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