R. Charlton’s Coffeehouse

R. Charlton Coffeehouse
R. Charlton Coffeehouse

The World of the Coffeehouse

Step back into the Revolution in this newly reconstructed building and learn about the fashionable world of the coffeehouse, rife with political discussions and gossip. Sample coffee, tea, or velvety chocolate—prepared in the 18th-century manner.

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Schedule of
Operation:

Hours effective through
June 16, 2013
Mon.: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tues.: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wed.: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thurs.: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Fri.: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sat.: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sun.: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Ticket Required?
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About this Historic Site: placeholder Walking Tour

Upcoming Events at Charlton’s Coffeehouse Events

May 20
3:45 PM
Fruits of Victory
General Lafayette arrives in Williamsburg to deliver the wonderful news of the British surrender at Yorktown--the greatest American victory to date. He shares his thoughts on the reason he came to join in this great "crusade" and his hopes for the future of the young Republic.
May 20
4:00 PM
Thy Rod and Thy Staff
Gowan Pamphlet, a former slave, discusses his vision for the black Baptist church where he is pastor. He gains recognition for his congregation even as the shadow of slavery puts them all at risk.
May 27
3:45 PM
Fruits of Victory
General Lafayette arrives in Williamsburg to deliver the wonderful news of the British surrender at Yorktown--the greatest American victory to date. He shares his thoughts on the reason he came to join in this great "crusade" and his hopes for the future of the young Republic.
May 27
4:00 PM
Thy Rod and Thy Staff
Gowan Pamphlet, a former slave, discusses his vision for the black Baptist church where he is pastor. He gains recognition for his congregation even as the shadow of slavery puts them all at risk.

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Handicap AccessibilityRamp on the west side and a small staff-inserted ramp at the thresholds of the entrance and exit doors.