Why choose this Williamsburg tour ?
Be transported back to Williamsburg in 1943 in this 1-hour character tour. Learn how the citizens of the town are dealing with rationing, blackout drills, and all the new servicemen in town during the Holiday season.
Please note that each tour is unique, so the advertised routes may vary. You will be guided through town by either a USO Hostess or an Air Raid Warden. However, for evening tours, the guide will solely be an Air Raid Warden.
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.
Please be aware that due to staff participation in other events, tours may be unavailable on certain days. For details about these programs, please visit our website.
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What makes Christmas on the Homefront: A 1-Hour World War II Character Tour a unique experience ?
Our guide will discuss the roles of churches and other organizations, as well as the citizens of Williamsburg, in housing troops and serving as observation locations for spotting planes.
Our guide will discuss the origins of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and its commitment to the military, including classes for the military on the topic of liberty.
Our guide will explore the impact of the war on the citizens of Williamsburg, including holiday tours and the significance of “lights out.”
In front of the Custis Tenement, our guide will discuss the impacts of segregation and the contributions of the African American community during the war, including the culinary talents of Lena Richards at the Travis House.
Our guide will explore the various forms of entertainment available to soldiers in Williamsburg, including movies and the USO.
Our guide will describe the contributions of the College of William and Mary during the war, including offering housing to military spouses, holiday fund drives, and providing junior hostesses for the USO.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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- Christmas on the Homefront: A 1-Hour World War II Character Tour
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Christmas on the Homefront: A 1-Hour World War II Character Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Replica World War II Christmas Card to the Troops
Not Included
- Admission to Colonial Williamsburg: $49.99 per adult.
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Shades of Our Past.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
This ticket does not get you into Colonial Williamsburg properties
