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Tuesday, April 21, 2015 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Photo courtesy of Nina Mustard and Garden Club The Williamsburg Williamsburg

Bruton Parish Churchyard is a restoration project of the Garden Club of using proceeds from past Historic Garden Week tours. Commemorating the 300th anniversary of Parish, the church will be decorated with wedding flowers in celebration of one of the most joyous event in the life of a church. This theme will be reflected in flower arrangements at all tour properties including the Custis Tenement and Garden, the William and Mary President’s House and Garden, the Fife and Drum Inn, Providence Hall, and properties and gardens at . A floral design demonstration and sale in the Parish Hall is included. This walking tour is appropriate for groups and will be especially attractive to history buffs and garden enthusiasts. Properties are within the immediate area of . Visitors will enjoy the proximity to numerous lunch and shopping options offered by local merchants.

Hosted by active flower arranging demonstration, and The Williamsburg Garden Club transportation via Colonial Williamsburg . Tickets are available at the Colonial ______Chairman Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center the Meredith Lunceford day before the tour, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and (757) 810-2515 or on tour day 9 a.m. to noon. Tickets are [email protected] also available on tour day at Bruton Parish House, Tour Headquarters, 331 W. Duke of ______Co-Chairman Gloucester St. (payment by credit card, cash, or check) and at Providence Hall House, Terry Buntrock 305 S. St. (cash and checks only). (757) 293-8553 or Tickets are non-refundable. [email protected] Advance Ticket, General Information Advance Tickets: $40 pp. www.vagarden- & Luncheon Reservations week.org. Cash or check only through April ______18 at 4 p.m. at Seasons of Williamsburg, Cathy Adams Jamestown Road; Wild Birds Unlimited, (757) 220-2486 or [email protected] Settlers Market, Closet Envy, Merchants Square, or by contacting Cathy Adams, info. After a day of touring, spend the night above. in Williamsburg. For reservations call 1-800-History. Two-Day Combo Ticket: $60 pp. www.va- Tour Information gardenweek.org only through April 18. Tour ______Tuesday in Williamsburg and Wednesday in Tickets: $50 pp. Includes admission to nine Hampton-Newport News and save $10 pp sites, escorted Garden Walking Tour, inter- on two tours. 247 Williamsburg

Facilities: Public restrooms are located Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center. Free throughout the Historic Area, Merchants Daily Parking on the right. To Merchants Square, at the Bruton Parish House and at Square (“Merchants Square Bus Stop,” Bru- the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor ton Parish House Tour Headquarters, Fife Center. and Drum Inn, College of William and Mary Tour Headquarters/Ticket Sales/Help Desk/ President’s House, Sir Christopher Wren Checkstand and Pick-up Location for Pur- Building, , Custis chases: Bruton Parish House, 331 W. Duke House): Exit 238, Colonial Williamsburg, of Gloucester St. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. onto Rt. 143 East. Continue on Rt. 143 East This is the only location accepting credit for 0.5 mi., turn right at the second traffic cards as well as cash and checks. Light re- light onto Rt. 132 South. Continue straight freshments served. Lunch information, maps through two traffic lights 1.9 mi., Prince and restrooms available. This is also the lo- George Street Parking Garage on the right cation for the flower arranging demonstra- (hourly fee). Exit the Henry Street Garage on tion (see below.) An exhibit of church mem- foot at Prince George St., and the Fife and orabilia is on display. Drum Inn will be on your right. Exit the Henry Street Garage on foot at N. Henry St. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bruton Parish House. and walk to the right down N. Henry St. to Watch and learn as professional design- Duke of Gloucester St. Bruton Parish House ers, Williamsburg Garden Club members Tour Headquarters, Bruton Parish Church and flower growers share techniques and and the Custis Tenement will be on your left. tips for floral designs, bouquets and embel- Exit the Henry St. Garage on N. Boundary lishments appropriate for weddings and St. and walk left to College Corner. The Wil- other Springtime celebrations (demonstra- liam and Mary President’s House and Wren tions ongoing throughout the day). You Building will be on your right. Hourly and may purchase floral creations and wares fee parking lots are also available in and from these Virginia artisans (purchases can around Merchants Square. From the Colo- be held for you while you tour). nial Williamsburg Regional Visitors Center, get off the bus at the Merchants Square Bus Wedding Photos: The Virginia is for Stop. To (“Tavern Bus Lovers L-O-V-E letters sign can be Stop,” Providence Hall House, Walking found on Duke of Gloucester Street in Mer- Garden Tour): Exit 238, Colonial Williams- chants Square. In keeping with the wedding burg, onto Rt. 143 East. Continue on Rt. theme of the tour, the L-O-V-E letters are 143 East for 0.5 mi., turn right at the second decorated with flowers. Be sure to stop at the traffic light onto Rt. 132 South. Continue L-O-V-E letters and take a “Love is in the straight 2.1 mi., turn left at third traffic light Air” photo as a remembrance of this wed- onto W. Francis St., Continue 0.4 mi. and ding-themed day. Provided for Historic Gar- turn right into the Williamsburg Inn parking den Week as a courtesy of Merchants Square. lots and park. Walk to Providence Hall Colonial Nursery, 208 West Duke of House which is located behind the Williams- Gloucester St. Get your hands dirty in burg Inn at 312 E. Francis St. (behind and to this garden filled with vegetables and per- the left of the Williamsburg Inn.) fumed by heirloom roses and herbs. Meet a gardener and handle the specialty tools used Ticket includes admission to the in the 18th century for planting and harvest- following 9 properties, all close to ing crops. Find festive seasonal wreaths, edi- Merchants Square shops and restaurants, ble herbs, and clay flowerpots. Take a piece as well as an escorted walking tour: of our garden home with you and watch his- tory unfold before your eyes. For more infor- mation visit colonialwilliamsburg.com. For your convenience, purchases made during Mom! He Proposed! Dad! She Said Yes! the tour day will be delivered to Bruton Par- The Adams Garden at the ish House Information Desk for pick-up College of William & Mary upon completion of your tour. Corner of Richmond Road Directions: To Colonial Williamsburg and N. Boundary Street Regional Visitor Center (for ticket pur- chases or to catch the Colonial Williamsburg Dedicated in 1986, the garden has become bus): Exit 238, Colonial Williamsburg, onto a popular spot for outdoor lunches and Rt. 143 East. Continue on Rt. 143 East for study breaks for William and Mary students. 0.5 mi.; turn right at the second traffic light Originally planted with azaleas and small onto Rt. 132 South. Continue straight bulbs, this enchanting garden now includes through first traffic light for 1.3 mi., bear left interesting collections of woody and herba- onto Visitor Center Dr. Turn left at the ceous material which can be viewed from the second entrance in 0.1 mi. into Colonial crushed oyster-shell path. The Williamsburg Garden Club contributes financial support. Williamsburg 248 country’s early presidents – George Wash- ington, , and . The President’s House and the adjacent boxwood garden are open for Historic Garden Week by President and Mrs. W. Taylor Reveley III.

The Bride’s Room Custis Tenement and Garden 202 West Duke of Gloucester Street The Custis Tenement stands on a lot ac- quired in 1714 by John Custis IV, who lived from 1678-1749. He owned this property and two lots to the west, on which he built structures and earned income through leases to a succession of tenants. The house is a re- construction of the original which burned in 1776. Presently it is leased by Bruton Parish Church for hospitality use. Fully accessible, it has an updated galley kitchen and four furnished rooms for receptions and meet- ings. Almost directly across the street from the church, it provides the perfect place for a bride to dress for the wedding ceremony. John Custis himself lived on Francis Street and was an avid plantsman, known for his four-acre garden. Later the property was in- herited by the widow of Daniel Parke Cus- tis, Martha Dandridge Custis, who married in 1759. It is a typical gambrel-roofed structure with an A-framed addition to the west. A brick terrace at the The garden will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 rear overlooks the pasture, where sheep of- p.m. on tour day. Open for Historic Garden ten graze. Open for Historic Garden Week Week by the College of William and Mary. by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and Bruton Parish Church. The Rehearsal Dinner The President’s House at the Wedding Bells are Ringing and You College of William and Mary are Invited to the Wedding! 102 Richmond Road Bruton Parish Church West Duke of Gloucester Street This stately Georgian dwelling is the oldest 201 official residence for a college president in Bruton Parish was formed in 1674 the and has been home to 26 and is an active parish in the Episco- of the College’s 27 presidents. Completed in pal Diocese of Southern Virginia. The pres- 1733, it has survived two wars, several fires ent building was completed in 1715 and and occupation by military forces. The ex- terior is largely original, with exceptionally stands in the center of Williamsburg adja- beautiful Flemish Bond brickwork that has cent to the Palace Green. Designed by Gov- been copied throughout the college campus. ernor , the brick cruci- The house was restored to its colonial ap- form structure became the 18th-century pearance in 1931 as part of the Rockefeller Anglican court church. Modifications fol- restoration of Williamsburg and renovated lowed to enhance it and accommodate the and redecorated in 2006. It is furnished with growing capital city: extension of the chan- 18th-century English and American furniture cel, the addition of galleries, a churchyard and decorative arts, all gifts to the College. wall and steeple. Details of note include the The collections include portraits of college altar and communion rail of black walnut, founder and first president Reverend James Governor’s Pew, high pulpit with sounding Blair and his wife, Sarah Harrison Blair, por- board, and bronze lectern given by President traits of the Page family, and a number of Theodore Roosevelt in 1907. The baptismal Mark Catesby’s natural history prints. Many font came to Bruton Parish c. 1758 from the dignitaries have visited the President’s House church at Jamestown. Historic Garden Week through the centuries, including four of our proceeds assisted with churchyard resto- 249 Williamsburg rations in 1936, 1955 and 2003. The 2003 panels installed above and below chair rails. project, designed by William D. Rieley, in- The black walnut staircase is adorned with corporates oyster shell paths, a circular brick ornamental brackets. Original mantels in courtyard, enclosure railing and plantings. the front rooms have deeply carved archi- Bruton Parish is currently observing the traves and keystones. The house offers three 300th anniversary of continuous worship in guestrooms, all with their own sitting areas. the building with a series of events, and wel- The Carriage House, located across the brick comes residents and visitors to take part. terrace from the main house, offers two ad- www.brutonparish.org. Open for Historic ditional guestrooms. The house is furnished Garden Week by the Guides, members, staff with original 18th-century and reproduction and clergy of Bruton Parish Church. The furniture and accessories derived from the Rev. Christopher L. Epperson, Rector. Colonial Williamsburg decorative arts col- lection. The floral arrangements reflect the Colonial Williamsburg style, featuring the Throughout Her Life, the Bride bounty of the garden and the season. Open Comes Here for Quiet Reflection for Historic Garden Week by the Colonial St. Mary’s Chapel Williamsburg Foundation. 331 West Duke of Gloucester Street A Romantic Honeymoon St. Mary’s Chapel of Bruton Parish Church is located within the Bruton Parish House, a The Fife & Drum Inn block and a half west of the church build- 441 Prince George Street ing. In the late 1970s, the congregation identified the need for a new space to be a This charming downtown inn was smaller setting for prayer and services. G. opened in 1999. The inn occupies the Alan Morledge designed a chapel based on full second floor of the Hitchens Building, the vision of then-rector Cotesworth P. Lew- built in 1933 by Sharon’s grandfather, A.W. is. The Rev. Lewis’s inspiration came from Hitchens. Mr. Hitchens was a successful the Chapter House at York Minster, which merchant in the 1920s with properties on he had visited. Today, Morning Prayer is Duke of Gloucester Street prior to the resto- ration project which began in 1926. The said here on weekday mornings and liturgy Scruggs renovated what had previously been for children takes place most every Sunday. apartments, built for former residents of the On display are a sterling silver, amethyst-en- historic area. The inn is themed to celebrate crusted chalice and paten belonging to the Williamsburg’s 18th-century glory, as well as Rev. Christopher L. Epperson, Rector of to tell the history of the restoration and the Bruton Parish. They were crafted by his fa- transformation of the town. The distinctive ther, the late Robert Larry Epperson, as a rooms and suites are furnished in the flavor of gift to his son on the occasion of his ordi- the 18th century with a modern twist. Guest nation to the priesthood in 2000. Volunteers room décor features 20th-century folk art, will greet visitors to the chapel; entrance is several signature pieces created for the inn, a from the brick walkway which is bordered fine collection of 18th- and 19th-century by a Biblical herb garden. Open for Historic prints and maps, as well as family memorabil- Garden Week by Bruton Parish Church. ia from the restoration era and archaeological artifacts from the area. The Common Room The Wedding Reception provides seating for up to 20 guests for break- fast, and a small seating area to gather with Providence Hall House friends. Open for Historic Garden Week by 312 East Francis Street Billy and Sharon Scruggs, owners. Located just beyond Colonial Williamsburg’s Back for Homecoming Weekend, Historic Area, the history of Providence Hall the Happy Couple Renew Their Vows House is one of continuous change. Built shortly before 1770 in New Kent County, The Wren Chapel the manse was part of a colonial mill and Sir Christopher , forge site. It was later a village landmark. Corner of Richmond To save it from demolition, the house was and Jamestown Roads transported in the 1940s to its current loca- tion by a private owner and has since been Referred to simply as “William and Mary restored by the Colonial Williamsburg Foun- College” or “The College” during its first dation. It is now used for weddings, corpo- 236 years, this is the oldest academic building rate retreats and special events. Rich details in the United States and continues to house of Providence Hall House are abundant. The faculty offices and classrooms today. The hallway and front rooms are embellished oldest part of the College was constructed with wainscoting distinguished by molded between 1695 and 1700. Originally planned Williamsburg 250 as a quadrangle, the east and north sections Places of interest: were built first. The main block housed The Art of Colonial Williams- classrooms and dormitories for students and burg, at the Public Hospital of 1773, 326 school masters, and the north wing held the West Francis Street Exhibitions of special great hall and kitchen. The College briefly interest: Faith, Community and Change: served as the seat of government when the The Early History of Bruton Parish Church. capital of Virginia moved from Jamestown 2015 marks the 300th anniversary of the to Williamsburg in 1699. The south wing, church building which is still a landmark in with the chapel, was completed in 1732. The the Williamsburg townscape. The exhibition interior of the building was rebuilt follow- will explore the first hundred years of the ing fires in 1705, 1859 and 1862, and again church’s history and its important role in the in the 1930s when it was the first project of community. On view will be such items as the restoration of Williamsburg and was giv- the 17th-century communion silver used in en the name Sir Christopher Wren Building. the church at Jamestown; 18th century com- The restored chapel is modeled on college munion silver given by King George III; an chapels in Great Britain. During the colonial 18th-century Book of Common Prayer; the period boys were expected to attend chapel Aitken Bible, named for the first publisher of an English language Bible in the United twice daily. Today the chapel serves students States; and the church building’s original of any denomination, honor society initia- weathervane. Birds, Bugs and Plants: Ob- tions and music recitals. It is a popular site serving the Natural World in the 18th Cen- for weddings. Open for Historic Garden tury explores the growth of interest in nat- Week by the College of William and Mary. ural history during the period. Watercolors, hand-colored prints and period books illus- Years Pass, the Children of Our Bride trate this story. and Groom Begin School Spa of Colonial Williamsburg, 307 South Mattey’s Garden England St. The Spa of Colonial Williams- Scotland Street burg offers the best of the past and the pres- 301 ent, from smoothing scrubs and invigorating massages to facial treatments and hairstyling. A project of the Williamsburg Garden Club, Expert therapists, estheticians, and stylists it was a gift to the City of Williamsburg combine age-old wisdom with today’s scien- for its 300th celebration and was dedicat- tific advancements to promote wellness and ed in 1999. Each grade level is responsible beauty, and therapies are tailored to your in- for certain areas of the garden. The garden dividual needs for the best results. was awarded the Common Wealth Award from the Garden Club of Virginia, as well Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchants as awards from the Land Conservancy and Square Shop. Dine. Enjoy. Located adjacent Beauti- to Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area, fication Contest. It is listed on the Nation- Merchants Square is an 18th-century style al Garden Association’s Children’s Garden retail village with over 40 shops and restau- Registry and has hosted numerous groups rants. Visitors and local residents alike reg- from around the state. During the day, kin- ularly experience the Square’s unique shop- dergarteners will perform musical selections ping, dining and special events offerings in a setting of unrivaled beauty. Find special of- from their program “How Does Your Gar- fers and a complete list of shops, restaurants den Grow.” Open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and events at merchantssquare.org

Romantic Walks – Love is in the Air! Escorted Garden Key to HGW Tour Symbols Walking Tour walking tour garden emphasis 312 East Francis Street history focus lunch offered An escorted walking tour of Colonial Wil- liamsburg resort properties originates at conducive for refreshments Providence Hall House, off Francis Street, bus groups included near the Williamsburg Inn. Garden tour designated shuttles participants will glean information on land- parking available scape details, plant selection, color themes, special activities important notes and succession planting. Gardens covered on included the tour are at Providence Hall House, the Williamsburg Inn, the Rockefeller Building first time on GCV HGW Tour restoration site and the Williamsburg Spa. Guides available to lead tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information visit www.vagardenweek.org