Williamsburg, VA is chock-full of rich American history. It once served as the capital of the Virginia Colony in 1699, and it was one of the first fully-planned out cities in the New World, making it one of the most modern towns in colonial America.
There are endless historical landmarks throughout Williamsburg, so locals and tourists can get a deep understanding of what life was like for America’s earliest settlers.
However, some sights are best to leave unseen, like the ghostly spirits lurking around the Bruton Parish Church.
Only for the daring would we recommend that you continue reading and learn more about this haunted landmark in Williamsburg.
About the Church
The Bruton Parish Church is the oldest structure in Williamsburg, dating back to 1683. The colonists originally built it to house two separate parishes in the Virginia colony, and to this day, it is an active place of worship for Episcopalians.
Like most old colonial buildings in Virginia, it was used as a field hospital to house wounded soldiers during the Civil War. After the Battle of Williamsburg, almost 100 Confederate soldiers would be laid to rest at the Bruton Parish Church.
People who want to see the church can also view the beautiful, beautiful cometary that surrounds it. You can read individual stories of each fallen Confederate soldier and get a good idea of what life was like during the Civil War era.
The wife of colonial Reverand Jones is also buried in the cemetery. She passed away due to complications of childbirth.