Historic Jamestowne

Jamestown Rediscovery is committed to supporting preservation, education, and the archaeological investigation of Historic Jamestowne, the original site of the first permanent English settlement in America.

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1368 Colonial Pkwy Jamestown , VA 23081 United States

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James C

The history and views are great for this place. The new museum to archeology and the active digs really allow people to see history in a living situation. Helps younger people appreciate.

Mary

This is a cannot miss for any American! The Archaeologist's tour was phenomenal! Plan at least 4-5 hours to see everything, take all of the tours , and spend time in the museum . Go on a sunny day!

Marilyn Ingram

1st on any historical site list for European settlement in "The New World". Awe inspiring. Visit and be thankful for the folks that saved and are taking care of this unbelievable treasure

Melanie Wallace

Make sure to catch presentation of the historical figure Anas Todkill by Willie Balderson. He will make the history come alive. Must see!

Carl Gieringer

Leap into the birth of the united states . See the reconstructed original fort, skeleton of a cannibalized settler, and the views of the indefatigable Jamestown settlers.

Brandon Harris

Amazing place! A lot to see and a lot to do! Go in the church , sit near the water, see the archaerium and view the foundations of old houses!

Marty Mankins

Note to those driving here after 5pm: both Historic and Settlement close at 5pm. Unlike Colonial Williamsburg, you can't walk around after 5pm.

Smithsonian Channel

The fort that anchored this 17th century settlement was thought lost before it was finally uncovered in 1994. To date, its excavation has yielded more than 150,000 artifacts . (From Aerial America) Read more

Ashley

The free guided tour and archeatrium was great!

Joy Trevino

Go through the Jamestowne Settlement first, you will get much more out of Historic Jamestowne if you do.

Misti Furr

Stand on the footbridge and see what's going on in the Pitch & Tar Swamp (so named because the colonists used the resin from the pine trees nearby for turpentine and naval stores).

Andrew Dunn

The archaeological tour by Mark Summers is incredible.

Jessica Stringer

Definitely take the Archeology Tour , it was a pleasant surprise!

Jonathan Sullivan

Tickets are $14 for adults, $0 for kids under 15, are good for 7 days and also get you into Yorktown Battlefield (not Victory Center).

David Garrett

Definitely take the time to explore the Nathalie P. & Alan M. Voorhees Archaearium - it's fascinating!

Chuq Yang

Be sure to visit to archaearium to see what they've dug up here! It's fascinating!

Maggie MacG

Free on National Parks Day (today).

Jennifer L. S. Weber

Must see when in town !

Traci Fannin-Poole

The American Bald Eagles are busy with their nest!

Michael Caruso

Admission is free with a National Park Annual Pass.

Gary Williams

I'm pumped for the guided tour !

Traci Fannin-Poole

HJT's eagles have 3 eaglets!

Traci Fannin-Poole

Visit the Nathalie P. & Alan M. Voorhees Archaearium

Traci Fannin-Poole

April 7th is Archaeology Day! Woo Hoo!

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Jamestowne Visitor Center

The staff and volunteers here are super-knowledgeable about the history. Ask them anything! - Chuq Yang

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Arts & Entertainment
Jamestown Glasshouse

Amazing craftsmanship and ability to see the process up close and personal. It is great the people are so skilled and informative. The place is large enough for big groups. Must see in Jamestown. - James C

8.1
Historic and Protected Site
Nathalie P. and Alan M. Voorhees Archaearium

Very interesting museum about the archaeology of the Jamestown site. Amazing detective work done here - Jon Darveau

8.5
Historic and Protected Site
Jamestown Fort

This fort it smaller than the original, but uses the land available to the state at the time, however, the buildings within are very good representations of the original. - Chad Hembree

8.0
Historic and Protected Site
Jamestown Island

Great place for a walk of 5x 3y miles for any values of x or y ???? - Jeremy Beker

9.2
Historic and Protected Site
Historic Yorktown

Love Yorktown such a pretty place love the little shops. The river is nice to swim in and a wonderful way to spend the day. - Angelia John

8.2
History Museum
Jamestown Settlement

Beautiful and historical. So much to learn about. So informative. We had a lovely afternoon here. - Slightly Perfect

7.5
American
Dale House Café

Get the 1607 sampler, Pimento is awesome. - Jim Lynch