Join Our Hands-on History LessonParticipate in a variety of hands-on experiences. Discover what it was like to grow up during the 18th century. Learn about the arts and mysteries of a trade. Find out what it was like to be a soldier. Start a conversation with a citizen of the town. Or, go on a quest to save the Revolution. You can even drop by the Art Museums and create a work of art to take home.

All activities, special programs, and the Revolutionary City building openings are subject to change. Please check “Colonial Williamsburg This Week” for complete schedules during your visit.

The Revolutionary City (Daily)Throughout the day, experience dramatic street theater presentations and discover momentous life-changing events as townspeople transform from subjects of a faraway country to citizens of an independent government. Meet founding fathers and ordinary people who, through their everyday lives, helped build a nation. Included in admission.

RevQuest: The Black Chambers (Daily)The Screenmaster needs you. Join his black chamber, the Crossbones Club, to decipher the enemy’s secret message and help save America before it’s too late! All you need is your cell phone and your wits. Included in admission.

EvEning ACTiviTiESFind an activity that is just right for you:

all ages 7 and up 10 and up 12 and upCome Let’s Dance x x x xPapa Said, Mama Said x x x xCourage or Cowardice x x xPirates Amongst Us x xghosts Amongst Us x xCry Witch xMusic at the Capitol x

Homeschooler ExperienceSeptember 7–22, 2013

Call 1-800-228-8878 to reserve your tickets and to inquire about Colonial Evening Programs.

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Archaeology DetectivesHow do archaeologists use artifacts to

answer questions about the past? Explore the ways in which everyday objects (fragments of plates, animal bones, tobacco pipes, and seeds) become parts of a picture about colonial life. Hands-on program offering age-appropriate activities. (60 mins.) Wednesdays (September 11 and 18) at 10:30 a.m. (ages 9–12) and 1:30 p.m. (ages 12–14) Archaeology Lab. All children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult (one adult per child because of limited space). $5 ticket required.

Meet Ann Wager, Mistress of the Bray SchoolThe Bray Society in England promoted education for enslaved children in the colonies. in Williamsburg, Ann Wager conducted the Bray School for negro children in the community. Meet her and learn about her hopes and aspirations for academic achievement. What will you uncover in this 18th-century classroom? (45 mins.) Fridays (September 13 and 20) at 9:30 a.m. Mary Stith House. $5 ticket required.

The Blacksmith’s Apprentice visit the Blacksmith and uncover the practices of a real working armoury during a time of war. Discover the secrets behind manufacturing and repairing locks, tools, hinges, and a whole lot more! Hands-on program for children 8–12. (60 mins.) Mondays and Fridays (September 9, 13, 16, and 20) at 9:30 a.m. Blacksmith. All children must be accompanied by a ticketed

adult (one adult per child because of limited space). $15 ticket required.

The Shoemaker’s Apprenticevisit the Shoemaker and

discover the art and mystery of the trade. investigate the tools of the shop while measuring feet and creating shoe patterns. Develop your own shoe design—an important skill in this one of a kind trade! Hands-on program for children 10 and up. (60 mins.) Saturdays (September 7, 14, and 21) at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Shoemaker. All children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult (one adult per child because of limited space). $15 ticket required.

SPeCIAL PROgRAMS These programs require advance purchase of separate tickets in addition to Homeschool

admission ticket. Children must be accompanied by adult; ALL participants must be ticketed. Length of tour is approximate.

Life of a SoldierLive the life of a soldier! go back in time to 1778 and enlist in the virginia State garrison Regiment. Sign your name in the regimental daybook, meet your sergeant on your first day of training, receive your orders and be assigned living quarters. Learn to march and to practice the musket exercise. Watch demonstrations of loading

and firing the cannon. Walking tour. Recommended for children 7–12. (55 mins.) Tuesdays and Thursdays (September 10, 12, 17, and 19) at 11, 11:20, 11:40 a.m., noon, and 12:20 p.m. Market Square. All children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. $5 ticket required.

Bits and Bridlesinterested in the animals and carriages in the Revolutionary City? Discover Colonial Williamsburg’s modern stable and rare breed programs. view the facilities and vehicles and discuss animal treatment and training. (60 mins.) Monday–Thursday (September 9–12 and 16–19) at 12:30 p.m. Botetourt and nicholson. $5 ticket required.

Mother goose’s Riddles and Rhymes TourExplore around the Powell family’s property with Mother goose in mind. Recommended for children ages 3–7. (45 mins.) Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (September 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, and 20) at 9:30, 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3 p.m. Benjamin Powell House. All children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. $5 ticket required.

Homeschooler ExperienceDays of the Week

Scheduled Events for September 7–22, 2013(* Programs require a separate ticket in addition to Homeschool admission ticket.)

In the Revolutionary City At the Art Museums

Daytime (in addition to Revolutionary City® programming that occurs throughout the day) Evening Daytime

Mondays, September 9 & 16

RevQuest: The Black Chambers The Blacksmith’s Apprentice, Armoury, 9:30 a.m.*

Mother goose’s Riddles and Rhymes, Powell House, 9:30, 11 a.m., 1:30, 3 p.m. *Bits and Bridles, Nicholson and Botetourt, 12:30 p.m.*

Courage or Cowardice*ghosts Amongst Us*

Postcards: From Salvage to Souvenir, 10:30–11:45 a.m.

How Much Does That Cost?, 1:30 p.m.*

Tuesdays, September 10 & 17

RevQuest: The Black Chambers Life of a Soldier, Market Square, 11, 11:20, 11:40 a.m., noon, 12:20 p.m.*

Bits and Bridles, Nicholson and Botetourt, 12:30 p.m.*

Music at the Capitol*ghosts Amongst Us*

Spycraft, 10:30 –11:45 a.m.American Heroes, 1:30 p.m.

Wednesdays, September 11 & 18

RevQuest: The Black Chambers Mother goose’s Riddles and Rhymes, Powell House, 9:30, 11 a.m., 1:30, 3 p.m. *

Archaeology Dectectives, Archaeology Lab, 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m.*Bits and Bridles, Nicholson and Botetourt, 12:30 p.m.*

ghosts Amongst Us*Folk Art Stories, 10:30 a.m.

Sitting Pretty, 1:30 p.m.

Thursdays, September 12 & 19

RevQuest: The Black Chambers Life of a Soldier, Market Square, 11, 11:20, 11:40 a.m., noon, 12:20 p.m.*

Bits and Bridles, Nicholson and Botetourt, 12:30 p.m.*ghosts Amongst Us*

A Century of invention, 10:30 a.m.*Creature Feature, 1:30 p.m.

Fridays, September 13 & 20

RevQuest: The Black Chambers The Blacksmith’s Apprentice, Armoury, 9:30 a.m.*

Meet Ann Wager, Mistress of the Bray School, Mary Stith House, 9:30 a.m.*Mother goose’s Riddles and Rhymes, Powell House, 9:30, 11 a.m., 1:30, 3 p.m. *

ghosts Amongst Us*The Three Little Wolves and

the Big Bad Pig, 10:30 a.m.

Saturdays, September 7, 14 & 21

RevQuest: The Black Chambers The Shoemaker’s Apprentice, Shoemaker, 9 a.m., 1 p.m.*

Come Let’s Dance*Papa Said, Mama Said*

Pirates Amongst Us*ghosts Amongst Us*

Sundays, September 8, 15 & 22 RevQuest: The Black Chambers ghosts Amongst Us*

* Indicates programs that require a separate ticket or have an additional cost.All schedules are subject to change. Please consult “Colonial Williamsburg This Week” for program information during your visit.

American HeroesCome face to face with some of our nation’s greatest known and unknown heroes. Kids can illustrate their own book of heroes during the guided tour.

A Century of inventionLearn to think like an 18th-century scientist. How did revolutions in science spark ideas leading to the Revolution? observe scientific objects in the galleries, then make your own scientific instrument to take home. Recommended for children ages 8 and up. $3 ticket in addition to museum admission; purchase in advance at any ticket sales location.

Creature FeatureDuring this guided tour, explore the galleries for creatures real and imaginary. Then create a bookmark to take home. Recommended for children 8 and up.

Folk Art StoriesDiscover American folk stories during this guided tour. Then create a piece of art to take home.

How Much Does That Cost?Decide how to spend your budget for food, lodging, and entertainment. Recommended for children ages 8 and up. Materials included. $3 ticket in addition to museum admission; purchase in advance at any ticket sales location.

Postcards: From Salvage to SouvenirDrop in and create postcards out of recycled materials to commemorate your visit.

Sitting PrettyWhat was it like to have your portrait painted? Find out on this guided tour of the portraits displayed in the museum. Then create a portrait of your own.

SpycraftDrop in and try your hand at reading and writing secret messages.

The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig

Enjoy the story, take a tour, and make a craft. Recommended for children 3 and up with their adult companions.

A®t for FamiliesHomeschooler Experience

September 7–22, 2013

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All activities take place in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg and are included in general admission, unless otherwise noted. Please consult “Colonial Williamsburg This Week” for additional program information during your visit.