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Freedom Park
5537 Centerville Road
Williamsburg, VA
23188
(757) 259-4022
Freedom Park has a rich historical background dating back to the 1650's. This park is the site of an 18th century cemetery, the Revolutionary War Battle of Spencer’s Ordinary (1781), a 17th century domicile that is revealing much archaeological research of the early colonial period (1680-1730).
The Department continues to work diligently to preserve one of the nation's earliest Free Black Settlements in America, which include three historically accurate recreated cabins that are located in a meadow and are furnished with items authentic to the period (1803-1850).
This 600-acre forested retreat also features approximately two miles of hiking trails and more than 20 miles of mountain bike trails winding through historical sites, forests and along creeks, open meadows, and parking. The bike trails were designed and built and are maintained by the Eastern Virginia Mountain Bike Association. Trails are closed to bikes during inclement weather to prevent trail degradation. Riders are encouraged to call 259-4022 to check trails status. Freedom Park also features an “Ellipse Garden” with more than 800 species of native vegetation. The garden was developed and is maintained by Williamsburg Botanical Garden.
The Freedom Park Interpretive Center features exhibits of artifacts recovered during the construction of the park as well as an interactive kiosk that provides visitors a visual tour of the park, its amenities, wildlife and history. The Center includes a meeting room with capacity for 50, an indoor wood-burning fireplace that doubles as an outdoor grilling area and outdoor access to bathroom facilities when the Interpretive Center is closed. WI-FI connectivity is also available.
Interpretive Center Hours:
Meeting Room use includes use of the kitchen and outdoor grill area. Set up may begin up to 30 minutes before the Center opens; break down after an event can be completed up to 30 minutes after closing, if needed. Staffing fees are determined by the Facility Administrator, dependant on size of event. To rent space at this facility, complete the Facility Request Form below.
Rental Fees: 
Meeting Room:
- $50/hour for each of the first three hours
- $25/hour for fourth and each subsequent hour
Staffing:
- $15/hour for events occurring after regular operating hours
Park Hours
The park is open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset.
Helpful Links:
- Freedom Park Trail Map
- Freedom Park Background and History
- Eastern Virginia Mountain Bike Association
- Freedom Park Improvement Plans
- Holiday Closings
- Facility Use Policy
- Facility Request Form