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History of Halloween

Halloween kicks off what is arguably the most tradition-packed time of year for Americans. Everyone remembers their own childhood Halloween traditions, and as they make families of their own, new traditions are added to the old, and the holiday continues to evolve. While it may be well-know what your family tradition have been, many don’t […]

The Best Ghost Tours in Williamsburg

Feel that chill in the air? That means Halloween is right around the corner, and what better way to get yourself in the Halloween spirit than hanging out with actual ghosts? That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best ghost tours in Williamsburg! Colonial Williamsburg has some of America’s oldest history, and thanks to […]

Taste of Busch Gardens

Looking for a taste of Busch Gardens? As you probably already know, this year at Busch Gardens will look very different than in years past. Normally, the park would be gearing up for Howl-O-Scream, an epic Halloween event where the park transforms at night into a Halloween-lover’s paradise. But because of COVID-19, this event had […]

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Fun Links

We wanted to check in with you and ask this very important question: In a time where absolutely everything feels like a mess, what are some healthy ways you make yourself feel better? (Fun links always help us!) If you haven’t noticed, we try to keep things positive around here, sharing things to look forward […]

Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day Weekend is a holiday weekend that celebrates working people, and was born out of a pretty dark time for working Americans. Back in the late 1800s, the United States was at the height of the Industrial Revolution, with manufacturing jobs exploding to dominate American employment. Workers of all ages (yup, even kids as […]

Free Online Resources for American History

Are you a parent or a teacher? If so, we SALUTE YOU for the journey you’re about to go on this school year. Listen. This year is going to be tough for everyone—teachers, parents, and especially kids. As we find ourselves treading these uncharted waters, we think it’s important for everyone to just take a second and […]

Virginia Living Museum

Just 20 minutes south of King’s Creek is the Virginia Living Museum, where science meets imagination! Visit the VLM today to learn all about plants and animals that are native to Virginia, plus changing exhibits, and a permanent exhibit that features life-size dinosaur replicas. The museum is open from 9-5 daily. Currently, some exhibits are […]

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Outdoor Fun in Colonial Williamsburg

If you and your family are totally over being cooped up inside, there’s good news! Colonial Williamsburg’s new safety protocols go above and beyond to keep you safe. Plus, you don’t even have to go indoors to trace the footsteps of the very people who built our nation. Here is some outdoor fun in Colonial […]

Fall Events to Look Forward to

Does the summer heat have you feeling totally drained? Here are three Fall events to look forward to in Jamestown! Read about them, and then book a trip to King’s Creek to experience it for yourself! American Indian Heritage Celebration When: October 10-11, 2020 First of our three Fall events to look forward to in […]

Indoor Games for Your Young Ones

Are you running out of ways to tire your kids out so that they are actually ready to sleep when it’s time for bed? Having a hard time coming up with creative indoor games for your young ones? It’s not your fault! There are two things working against you right now, and one of them […]