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    300 Duke of Gloucester Street
    Williamsburg, VA 23185
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Built in 1715, the Magazine has served as a storage space for weapons and ammunition for centuries. Located in the heart of Colonial Williamsburg, the Powder Magazine was used to store arms during the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Civil War.

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Last Updated: 07/29/2011

What's Nearby

  • Williamsburg Craft House
    Williamsburg Craft House
    Duke of Gloucester Street
    Williamsburg, VA 23185
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  • Liberty's Ice Pavilion
    Liberty's Ice Pavilion
    311 Duke of Gloucester Street
    Williamsburg, VA 23185
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  • Bruton Parish Church
    Bruton Parish Church
    331 Duke of Gloucester Street
    Williamsburg, VA 23185
    0.07 MI
  • George Wythe House
    George Wythe House
    112 Palace Green Street
    Williamsburg, VA 23185
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    Williamsburg Farmers Market
    402 W. Duke of Gloucester St.
    Williamsburg, VA 23185
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