The Story of a Patriot, Filming Locations, “Then & Now” Colonial Williamsburg
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The Story of a Patriot serves as Colonial Williamsburg’s orientation film of sorts, and it has been consistently shown at the Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center since the 1950s.
With so many locations around the city capturing the lens of Hollywood, we set out to trace some of the exact filming spots where director George Seaton, best known for Miracle on 34th Street, would have called “Action” through his megaphone.
Join us for an engaging exploration of Colonial Williamsburg as we uncover the filming locations of the beloved feature presentation, Williamsburg: The Story of a Patriot.
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Seen by millions over the years, the film was almost entirely shot throughout Colonial Williamsburg, featuring many of the historic buildings and scenes that visitors will encounter on a trip to the city.
This roughly 36-minute motion picture follows a newly elected Virginia burgess as he weighs the pros and cons of the colony’s bold pursuit of independence. The film offers a glimpse of Williamsburg as it would have appeared on the eve of the American Revolution, complete with appearances by a host of well-known Founding Fathers within the 18th-century Capitol of the Colony of Virginia.
It is a must-see for anyone planning a visit to Colonial Williamsburg and remains a frequently repeated favorite for locals and history enthusiasts alike.