• Indigenous Peoples in the American Revolution (WL)

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    The American Revolution was a pivotal time for Indigenous peoples of the eastern woodlands, the outcomes of which had important and long-lasting effects. The conflict represented a continuation of decades of struggle for independence for many Indigenous peoples who continually strived to maintain safety and autonomy during everchanging circumstances. This presentation will examine the participation...

    Free
  • WRL’s Art House Café: “Dior and I” (2014) R

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, and have a discussion after the film. Dior and I (2014), R Come behind the scenes of the legendary Christian Dior fashion house in this documentary, which follows the creation of a...

    Free
  • WRL’s Throwback Thursday: “The Best Years of Our Lives” (1946) NR

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    The Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic and contemporary movies for an adult audience. All films are shown in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. Jul. 31: The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) NR William Wyler directed this powerful, emotionally resonant movie about three WWII vets who return to their Midwest hometown following...

    Free
  • WRL’s Art House Café: “The Quilters” (2024) and “The Last Repair Shop” (2023)

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, and have a discussion after the film. The Quilters (2024) and The Last Repair Shop (2023) Enjoy two award-winning short documentaries about people giving back to the world. In The Quilters, men...

    Free
  • History of American Milestone Celebrations in Virginia (WL)

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    How have localities across Virginia celebrated the major milestone anniversaries of Independence in 1826, 1876, 1926, and 1976? As we look forward to the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding next year, enjoy this peek into celebrations of the past. Presented by Peter North of the Library of Virginia.

    Free
  • Chris Campbell: Music for Kids! @ WL

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Kids of all ages will be enthralled as Chris Campbell — singer, songwriter, musician, and ventriloquist — performs an upbeat and interactive program for the entire family. Chris’ music is completely live and original, with a sound that is an acoustic blend of folk and pop.

    Free
  • WRL’s Art House Café: “The Trip to Italy” (2014) NR

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, and have a discussion after the film. The Trip to Italy (2014) NR Two British comedians (Steve Coogan, Rob Brydon) take a scenic tour of Italy, seeing the sights, sampling the cuisine,...

    Free
  • WRL’s Cinema @ Scotland St.: Cabrini (2024) PG-13

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    The true-life story of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, an Italian emigrant who came to the U.S. in 1889 and founded the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart to help the impoverished. She became the first U.S. citizen to be canonized and is revered as the patron saint of immigrants. Cristiana Dell’Anna plays Cabrini with John...

    Free
  • “We Shall Carry On”: Colonial Williamsburg’s Participation in the War Effort, 1940-1945 (WL)

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    World War II brought many changes to Williamsburg including a new focus for Colonial Williamsburg’s educational and hospitality objectives. Numerous military units toured Colonial Williamsburg and attended lectures and films at the Williamsburg Theater as part of the Soldier Sailor Training Program funded by the Rockefellers. Colonial Williamsburg hotels, guest houses, and restaurants boosted morale...

    Free
  • WRL’s Throwback Thursday Film Series: Judgment at Nuremberg (1961) NR

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    The Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic and contemporary movies for an adult audience. All films are shown in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. Jul. 17: Judgment at Nuremberg (1961) NR Brilliant performances abound in this superb drama about the 1947 trial of four Nazi judges for crimes against humanity. Nominated for 12...

    Free
  • Tampa Taiko (WL)

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Join Tampa Taiko for a fun-filled, interactive program that covers the history of taiko, the music of Japan, modern drumming performance, and drum making using discarded barrels that have been recycled into taiko drums.

    Free
  • WRL’s Art House Café: “The Short Game” (2014) PG

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, and have a discussion after the film. The Short Game (2014) PG Who will be the next Tiger Woods? In this lighthearted documentary, the best 7-year-old golfers from around the globe compete...

    Free