Close Up’s Washington/Williamsburg program option gives teachers and students
the best of both worlds: 4 action-packed days in the nation’s capital
on our flagship
Capital Experience Middle School Program, plus 1 day in Colonial
Williamsburg and Jamestown, Virginia! Just a 3-hour ride from DC, these
cities are America’s most historic and well-preserved example of Colonial government
and culture. At Jamestown Settlement, the story of those who
founded Jamestown and of the Virginia Indians they encountered is told through
film, gallery exhibits and living history. Students will also discuss the challenges
faced by our Founding Fathers as they attempted to form a functional government
in the New World.
In Williamsburg, students and teachers will explore the historic homes, gardens, and marketplaces in one of America’s oldest cities
under the guidance of Williamsburg’s famed Historical Interpreters. Students often point to the activities at the colonial courthouse
and visits to the blacksmith’s shop and the old Capitol as the highlights of their time in Williamsburg. Experiencing the history of
Colonial Williamsburg gives students a visual understanding of the roots of American democracy and ideals.
Like our other middle school programs, our Washington/Williamsburg option is available year-round.
Contact us for more details!
More Info:
Brochure (PDF) | Video (3 mins) | Schedule | Price Quote |