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Review:
Built in 1706, Governor's Palace served as a residence to seven royal governors and the first two Virginia elected governors. Everything about the palace was meant to impress and convey British wealth and power.
The original palace burned down in 1781 and was meticulously reconstructed in 1930, including its grand ballroom, elegant furniture, and the huge display of period swords.
Visit the buildings behind the palace – they are original and house an elaborate kitchen and scullery. Watch the demonstration on the old way of cooking, brewing beer, or making chocolate. Reconstructed original formal gardens make for a delightful space to rest and relax from the tour of the palace.
300 Palace Green St, Williamsburg, VA 23185, 800-447-8679
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