The DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum houses a variety of the "finer things," including the world's largest collection of southern furniture and one of the largest collections of British ceramics …
The DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum houses a variety of the "finer things," including the world's largest collection of southern furniture and one of the largest collections of British ceramics outside England. Relax in the Portrait Gallery, attend a lecture or musical event in the Hennage Auditorium, or take part in a hands-on activity in the Education Studio.
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Jul 10, 2023
What a large collection of items. A show with a Founding Father and much rich history. Well worth the stool over. Full review by kkob3
Jan 1, 2023
Interesting museum. Lots of variety as far as the household decor goes. I really liked the grandfather clocks.Full review by Deborah T
Nov 11, 2022
An excellent collection unexpected in Colonial Williamsburg. Wonderfully presented in a beautiful setting. The auditorium presentations on museum arts exhibits and the historic actors’ conversations …Full review by 510karlz
Full response below. It’s always a good idea to check with the site directly like this. Policies can change. The museum is multi-floored but elevators are available. This is not a very large …
Full response below. It’s always a good idea to check with the site directly like this. Policies can change. The museum is multi-floored but elevators are available. This is not a very large museum & can be easily viewed in about an hour. For those more engaged in the collection - take a halftime break in the central coffee shop & then take in some more of what interests you.
We have visited Williamsburg many times over the years and a visit here can be an all day event. There are many folk area arts to view and the quilts have been displayed each time. If …
We have visited Williamsburg many times over the years and a visit here can be an all day event. There are many folk area arts to view and the quilts have been displayed each time. If you have 2-3 hours to spend please do so and remember they also have a lunch area within the museum that is very enjoyable and reasonably priced.
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