Williamsburg Governor S Palace Floor Plan

The main house burned down in 1781 though the outbuildings survived for some time.

Williamsburg governor s palace floor plan.

Colonial heritage williamsburg va real estate floor plans. Enjoy a garden area located at the back of the house. The governor s palace is one of the largest buildings in colonial williamsburg that was built in the early 1700s. The governor s palace in williamsburg virginia was the official residence of the royal governors of the colony of virginia it was also a home for two of virginia s post colonial governors patrick henry and thomas jefferson until the capital was moved to richmond in 1780 and with it the governor s residence.

Order williamsburg collection portfolio. A floor plan drawn by thomas jefferson. Colonial house plans blueprints style 31056. You walked through a few rooms on the first floor and were done in 5 minutes.

It used to be the official residence of the royal governors of the colony of virginia and served as its capital before it was moved to richmond in 1780. A period facade depicted on a then recently discovered copper engraving. The governor s palace home to seven royal governors and the first two elected governors in virginia was built to impress visitors with a display of authority and wealth. File george wythe house 101 palace green street.

Colonial williamsburg foundation historical. Governor s palace is one of the highlights of colonial williamsburg. To make reservations call 855 231 7240. Basic floor plans are available to be viewed on line immediately from the portfolios section.

Orders for the hard copy version may be placed by clicking the order button below or by calling our toll free number 910 251 8980. Home to the royal governors and two post colonial governors it is what i would consider the glue that holds everything in colonial williamsburg together. In the 18th century a tenement was often used as a guesthouse for visiting friends and family. The governors palace is a reproduction of the original but i just can t help loving it.

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Wooden governor s palace ornament. The hard copy version is mailed to the address you indicate when checking out. A small scale version of our popular flat back colonial williamsburg wooden building collectibles. Each floor offers guests a queen canopy bed sitting room with fireplace and private full bath.