Enjoy the Holidays in Williamsburg!

History and adventure come alive in Williamsburg, Virginia! Step back in time at Colonial Williamsburg, the restored 18th-century capital of colonial Virginia, where you will be immersed in an ambiance of old world charm. Check out the latest deals at Westgate Historic Williamsburg at www.wgwilliamsburg.com.

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Newport News to Host Fall Festival of Folklife

The Fall Festival of Folklife will take place at Newport News Regional Park in Newport News, Virginia, October 3-4, 2009. Billed as “Southeast Virginia’s biggest traditional craft show,” the Fall Festival of Folklife features more than 250 craftspeople, demonstrations of traditional crafts, live music, food and children’s activities.

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NASA Exploration Day at Busch Gardens

Presented by NASA Langley Research Center, NASA Exploration Day will take place at Busch Gardens Williamsburg on Saturday, August 29, 2009. Highlights will include an appearance by former Astronaut Susan Kilrain at the Abbey Stone Theatre, as well as NASA-related activities, including interactive exhibits and games in the Oktoberfest area of the theme park from 11 AM to 3 PM.

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Busch Gardens’ Summer Nights Concert Series

Busch Gardens Europe hosts its Summer Nights Concert Series July 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 and August 1-2, 8-9, 2009. The amazing lineup of musicians includes Little River Band, Foreigner and Loverboy. For more information about upcoming Williamsburg events, visit www.williamsburgareaguide.com.

Mark Your Calendar for “Glory at the Gardens”

Busch Gardens will host Glory at the Gardens June 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2009. Thirteen popular contemporary Christian bands are scheduled to perform at Glory at the Gardens such as Third Day, TobyMac and MercyMe.

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Sock Hop Nights Set for Busch Gardens

Take a trip back to the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll and watch Frankie Avalon perform at Festhaus Park May 23-24, 2009. The following weekend (May 30-31, 2009), The Letterman will sing their classic songs.

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Busch Gardens to Host Bud & BBQ

The 2009 Bud & BBQ festival at Busch Gardens Europe will take place May 9-10 and May 16-17, 2009. A perfect mix of ice-cold beer, smokin’ hot barbecue and live music takes place at Busch Gardens Europe during Bud & BBQ. Join the party as chefs from around the United States prepare mouthwatering recipes while enjoying legendary country bands such as .38 Special and Oak Ridge Boys.

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Williamsburg Trivia Quiz

(Answers will be posted soon!)

1. What is Colonial Williamsburg?
A) Site of the last battle of the American Revolution
B) Site of the 18th-century capital of colonial Virginia
C) Site of the first permanent English-speaking colony in North America

2. Name the billionaire philanthropist who served as Colonial Williamsburg’s main benefactor.
A) John D. Rockefeller Jr.
B) John Paul Getty
C) Donald Trump

3. Between which years did Williamsburg serve as the capital of colonial Virginia?
A) 1607-1620
B) 1699-1780
C) 1861-1865

4. How many historical structures have been restored at Colonial Williamsburg?
A) 25
B) 56
C) 88

5. Founded in 1693, which of the following colleges lies within Williamsburg?
A) University of Virginia
B) The College of William & Mary
C) Williamsburg Metropolitan University

6. The Colonial Williamsburg historic area encompasses how many acres?
A) 101
B) 201
C) 301

7. Which of the following streets did President Franklin Roosevelt call “the most historic avenue in America”?
A) Colonial Parkway
B) Duke of Gloucester Street
C) Pennsylvania Avenue

8. Williamsburg was named for which historical figure?
A) King William III
B) William Shakespeare
C) William the Conqueror

9. Name the event that takes place at Busch Gardens each October.
A) Howl-O-Scream
B) Halloween Horror Nights
C) Ben Franklin Fright Fest

10. Which of the following taverns can be found at Colonial Williamsburg?
A) Billy Goat Tavern
B) King’s Arms Tavern
C) Bull & Finch Tavern

11. Which of the following is not one of the historic sites that make up Virginia’s Historic Triangle?
A) Colonial Williamsburg
B) Historic Yorktown
C) Kings Dominion

12. In 2006, Busch Gardens Williamsburg changed its name to which of the following?
A) Busch Gardens Europe
B) Busch Gardens Africa
C) Busch Gardens: The Old Country

13. What year did Busch Gardens open its doors?
A) 1971
B) 1975
C) 1983

14. Which of the following interstates provides easy access to Williamsburg?
A) I-95
B) I-64
C) I-77

15. Williamsburg’s peak season generally runs for which months?
A) August through December
B) October through April
C) April through October

16. What is Williamsburg’s area code?
A) (757)
B) (954)
C) (352)

17. The College of William & Mary is the _____ oldest college in the United States.
A) Second
B) Third
C) Fourth

18. Which academic honor society was founded in Williamsburg in 1776?
A) Tri-Lambda
B) Phi Beta Kappa
C) Omega Mu

19. The College of William & Mary is home to which museum?
A) Muscarelle Museum of Art
B) Edgar Allan Poe Museum 
C) Virginia War Museum

20. Which of the following U.S. presidents did not attend The College of William & Mary?
A) George Washington
B) Thomas Jefferson
C) Gerald Ford

21. Which of the following annual events does not take place at Historic Jamestowne?
A) Jamestown Day
B) Bacon’s Rebellion Weekend
C) Interstate Mullet Toss

22. Which of the following museums can be found at Colonial Williamsburg?
A) Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum
B) Virginia Living Museum 
C) Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! Odditorium

23. Williamsburg is home to the ITA Women’s Hall of Fame – what does ITA stand for?
A) Indoor Tanning Association
B) Intercollegiate Tennis Association
C) International Trombone Association

24. Williamsburg is located in what region of Virginia?
A) Tidewater
B) Piedmont
C) Mountains

25. What is the approximate population of Williamsburg?
A) 6,000
B) 12,000
C) 48,000

26. Which of the following was not one of the three merchant ships that first landed at Jamestown in 1607?
A) Godspeed
B) Discovery
C) Pacific Princess

27. Which of the following is not one of the theme countries at Busch Gardens?
A) England
B) Germany
C) Libya

28. What is the name of the 23-mile stretch of road that connects Virginia’s Historic Triangle?
A) Colonial Parkway
B) Revolution Parkway
C) Williamsburg Drive

29. Which year did English settlers first land in Jamestown, Virginia?
A) 1607
B) 1620
C) 1776

30. Which is the site of the last major battle of the American Revolution?
A) Virginia Beach
B) Williamsburg
C) Yorktown

31. Founded in 1985, which is Williamsburg’s largest winery?
A) The Colonial Winery
B) The Revolutionary Winery
C) The Williamsburg Winery

32. What is the primary attraction at Presidents Park in Williamsburg?
A) Site of former mansion of Thomas Jefferson
B) 18-foot-tall busts of all presidents of the U.S.
C) Miniature White House constructed of toothpicks

33. Which of the following roller coasters can be found at Busch Gardens Europe?
A) Alpengeist
B) Kraken
C) Space Mountain

34. Which of the following Colonial Williamsburg structures is a replica of the royal governor’s residence?
A) The Governor’s Palace
B) The Governor’s Mansion
C) The Governor’s Crib

35. Which is Williamsburg’s largest water park?
A) Wet ‘n Wild Williamsburg
B) Water Country USA
C) Water Mania Water Park

36. Known as “America’s most historic plantation,” which was the site of the first official Thanksgiving in 1619?
A) Berkeley Plantation
B) Poplar Grove Plantation
C) Corkscrew Hill Plantation

37. Approximately how far is Colonial Williamsburg from Busch Gardens Europe?
A) 1 mile
B) 3 miles
C) 15 miles

38. Which high-speed “hypercoaster” at Busch Gardens plunges 210 feet and reaches speeds up to 73 miles per hour?
A) Big Bad Wolf
B) Loch Ness Monster
C) Apollo’s Chariot

39. Which is the “world’s tallest floorless dive coaster” that Busch Gardens opened during the 2007 season?
A) Alpengeist
B) Griffon
C) Expedition Everest

40. What is the name of the children’s play area at Busch Gardens?
A) Land of the Dragons
B) Land of the Lost
C) Island of Misfit Toys

41. Which is the name of the 2,000-set festival hall at Busch Gardens?
A) Das Festhaus
B) Das Biergarten
C) Das Boot

42. Which of the following annual events does not take place at Colonial Williamsburg?
A) The Grand Illumination
B) First Night Celebration
C) World Grits Festival

43. Sherwood Forest Plantation is the home of which former U.S. president?
A) Thomas Jefferson
B) John Tyler
C) Ronald Reagan

44. Which Williamsburg golf course hosts the annual Michelob ULTRA Open?
A) Golden Horseshoe Golf Club
B) Kingsmill Resort & Spa
C) Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf

45. Which Colonial Williamsburg historic site used to be the former home of billionaire John D. Rockefeller?
A) Bassett Hall
B) Liberty Hall
C) Toad Hall

46. Colonial Williamsburg is home to which 45-hole golf course?
A) Thomas Jefferson Golf Links
B) Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf
C) Golden Horseshoe Golf Club

47. The National Amusement Park Historical Association awarded Busch Gardens with what title?
A) “Most Historical Theme Park”
B) “Roller Coaster Capital of the World”
C) “Most Beautiful Theme Park”

48. Which is Virginia’s oldest plantation?
A) Berkeley Plantation
B) Shirley Plantation
C) Sherwood Forest Plantation

49. The Phi Beta Kappa academic honor society was founded at which Colonial Williamsburg tavern in 1776?
A) King’s Arms Tavern
B) Raleigh Tavern
C) Peg Leg Tavern

50. Which of the following is a Colonial Williamsburg hotel?
A) Woodlands Hotel & Suites
B) Thomas Jefferson Motor Lodge
C) King George Hotel

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