Historic Jamestown

Historic Jamestown is a place of many beginnings, where the successful English colonization of North America started. Visitors can walk in the steps of Captain John Smith and Pocahontas and explore the site where the 1607 settlement evolved into a prosperous colony. The site features a state-of-the-art visitor's center, artifacts in the Natalie M. and Alan P. Voorhees Archaearium, guided tours, and ongoing archaeological work. Families can enjoy kid-friendly activities and learn more about the history and archaeology of Jamestown through lesson plans, virtual school programs, and online resources