"Where would
Williamsburg be today if John D. Rockefeller
had not conceived of its restoration in the
1920s ? Before his vision, it had become
a sleepy town and much of its historic
appearance and past had given way to the
buildings and practices of a contemporary
style.
What Williamsburg has
meant to the nation, smaller towns have
signified in shaping the character and
reputations of their own communities. On
smaller scales, praiseworthy efforts are
underway to identify and preserve their
heritages.
Gwynn's Island, a
distinct enclave within Mathews County, began
its museum years ago. Under the
direction and blessing of the Gywnn's Island
Civic League, this museum has gathered in,
cataloged, and attractively displayed many
cultural artifacts and personal
histories. It has brought into the
public the individual traditions cherished by
proud families, and made them again community
property."
Elsa Cooke Verbyla, Managing Editor
Gloucester-Mathews Gazette-Journal - Nov. 13,
1997 |
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