Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area will host a two-hour televised PBS event as the finale of the holiday weekend, celebrating the nation’s 250th year. The PBS broadcast, ‘American Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together,’ begins at 8 p.m. Saturday and will include live performances, historic interpretation, 400 synchronized drones, and an almost 30-minute fireworks show, the largest the historic area has seen.
Events and Preparations
Williamsburg officials, in partnership with VA250, are preparing for the largest Fourth of July yet. An estimated 35,000 visitors attended last year’s holiday events, and organizers expect to top that this year. Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns will welcome attendees and viewers with a special greeting, beginning the evening of live performances from Judy Collins, Michael Feinstein, Kelli O’Hara, and others.
The main stage is located on Courthouse Green, and screens will display the performances for viewers on Palace Green. Fireworks will be set off from both the Governor’s Palace and the golf course at approximately 9:35 p.m. Guests are welcome to bring chairs. The special will be broadcast live on local PBS stations and CSPAN-2 and will be streamed on the PBS website.
Due to the high heat forecast for the holiday weekend, city officials urge guests to stay hydrated and be aware of the heat. Three cooling tents are available through the weekend, located at the main stage, near the Lumber House Ticket office, and in front of the Capitol. Free water bottle filling stations are at the Courthouse Green and Capitol tents.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
