James School, a 1914 building at 16 Main Street. The school closed in 2013 and the building was demolished to make way for Williamsburg's new Public Safety Complex, which opened in fall 2023.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
A dog off its owner's property counts as running at large unless it is in sight and under the owner's voice command while walking, training, working, hunting or guarding, so voice control is an accepted alternative to a leash. Owners must…
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Town of Williamsburg (former School Department; site now houses Police/Fire)
WebsiteCommon questions
Is Helen James School Playground still there?
The school building was torn down between 2021 and 2023 to build Williamsburg's Public Safety Complex. No public source confirms whether a standalone playground survived the construction.
Where do I park at Helen James School Playground?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to Helen James School Playground?
A dog off its owner's property counts as running at large unless it is in sight and under the owner's voice command while walking, training, working, hunting or guarding, so voice control is an accepted alternative to a leash. Owners must keep dogs under control at all times and must pick up after…