Williamsburg, VA may be thought of as two distinct entities. There is the self-contained historic area well worth visiting at any time, and the sprawling town which has grown up around the enclave. Bruton Parish is located in the historic area and is part of all of the activity which take place there. It is also a lively Episcopal congregation with a vigorous music program. This postcard shows a (probably staged) worship service with preacher and congregants. It includes an organ in the front gallery.
What is visible is a case and dummy pipes from a 1785
organ by Samuel Green. The keydesk and pipework are apparently in storage. As the parish grew in the last century, it was able to purchase a large Aeolian-Skinner instrument installed above the ceiling and in other areas of the church. The
installation while note-worthy was never musically satisfying. Plans are underway to raise funds for a completely new instrument by the Dobson firm.
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