Capitol Building, Colonial museum in Williamsburg, US
The Capitol Building features a symmetrical H-shaped structure with two separate wings connected by an arcade, housing detailed exhibits of colonial government.
The original Capitol served as Virginia's legislative center from 1705 until 1779, when the government relocated to Richmond due to British military threats.
Virginia's Declaration of Rights and religious freedom bill emerged through debates within these chambers, shaping early American democratic principles.
The museum opens daily with guided tours starting every 30 minutes, providing access to both floors through elevators and period-dressed interpreters.
During the 1769 protest against British taxation, colonists organized a formal ball in the Capitol where attendees wore locally produced clothing.
Location: Williamsburg
Accessibility: Dostępne dla wózków inwalidzkich
Address: E Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg, VA 23185 23185 23185
Website: https://colonialwilliamsburg.org/locations/capitol
GPS coordinates: 37.27157,-76.69327
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:09
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