The Freight Shed, Yorktwon, Virginia

The Freight Shed provides a picture-perfect view of the York River and Yorktown through its massive glass windows. It is a popular site for weddings and other events.

SIgn Of The Rhinoceros, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

The "Sign Of The Rhinoceros" is the name given this building and it bears the rather unusual rhinoceros shaped sign.  It is a private residence with this beautifully decorated window.  So how does this fit in with the historical experience in Colonial Williamsburg? It was somehow part of an alternate reality conspiracy, intrigue game for families available online and on site earlier this year.

Unique Patriot Tours, Yorktown, Virginia

Patriot Tours is a unique group based at Riverwalk Landing in Yorktown, Virginia.  They do very modern segway tours of the very historic colonial district of Historic Yorktown. They recently moved to larger accomodations and have a neat sign with the colonial man on a segway.

The Knitting Sisters 8th Anniversary, Williamsburg, Virginia

The Knitting Sisters is a quaint knitting, crochet, and all things related - shop in the Village Shops at Kingsmill  and is celebrating its 8th anniversary. It is a place where our daughter and I (Ruth) love having any excuse to visit. They have the most beautiful yarns and demonstration pieces.   About a year ago,  our daughter attempted to knit a baby blanket for a new little cousin with the beautiful yarns and a pattern from the shop. She had little or no experience knitting, but the extremely friendly and helpful staff at the Knitting Sisters helped her through the process.  Her finished blanket is above. If you are ever in Williamsburg  area and have any interest in yarns, pop on over to the  Village Shops at Kingsmill, The Knitting Sisters is well worth the visit!

Summer Breeze Concert Series, Merchants Square, Williamsburg, Virginia

The Summer Breeze Concert Series presents a new band each Wednesday evening in July and August. The Kings of Swing and B2B Band have already performed with Sharon Rae North and Slapwater rounding out July. The United States Air Force sends its Rhythm In Blue Jazz Ensemble, Heritage Ramblers, Blue Aces, and Heritage Of America Concert Band to provide the entertainment on successive Wednesdays in August.  Concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. at Merchants Square and are free. We plan on catching one or more of these.

Waterman's Museum, Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown, Virginia

The Waterman's Museum in Yorktown, Virginia is a unique tribute to those who have earned their living from the sea, Chesapeake Bay and rivers in Virginia. The museum was founded as part of the 200th anniversary of the Siege of Yorktown in which local waterman assisted the French Navy in bottling up the British and bringing an end to the war. The buildings which now form the museum were donated to the cause and moved from the opposite side of the York River to their current location in 1989.  The museum offers insight into the lives, history, and equipment of those who work the water.

Chownings Tavern Sign, Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, Virginia

This is a large silver cup advertising Chownings Tavern in Colonial Williamsburg. On a hot summer day in Virginia, it is quite enticing. Chownings was established in 1766 and catered to the "ordinary sort" of citizen. The tavern continues to serve tasty fare and beverages, along with colonial entertainment, on Duke of Gloucester Street.

One of Many Unique Colonial Signs, Williamsburg, Virginia

This is the sign for the King's Arms tavern which opened February 6, 1772, on Duke of Gloucester Street in what is now known as Colonial Williamsburg. The tavern offers colonial era meals, ambience, and entertainment. We highly recommend the Norfolk Pottage Pye and Peanut Soupe, but everything on the menu is yummy!

Also, this is our first entry on City Daily Photo which we recently discovered and love. We are proud and excited to share the beauty and history of our wonderful Williamsburg area.