Historic Jamestowne

England's first permanent settlement in North America

    Located in Coastal Virginia

   Open daily

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Walk in the footsteps of Captain John Smith and Pocahontas at the original site of Jamestown, England's first permanent settlement in North America.

Can’t-Miss Activities

• Witness the moment of discovery as Jamestown Rediscovery archaeologists excavate the 1607 James Fort site.
  

• Explore the Archaearium, Historic Jamestowne’s award-winning archaeology museum, featuring more than 4,000 artifacts recovered from the James Fort site.
  

• Visit the Memorial Church and 17th century church tower and stand in the exact spot where the first legislative assembly met in 1619.
  

• Join a walking tour with an archaeologist or park ranger to dig deeper into Jamestown history and learn about recent excavations.
  

• Stop at the Glasshouse of 1608 to observe artisans practice glassmaking, one of the earliest industries attempted on the island.
  

• Enjoy lunch on the banks of the James River at the Dale House Cafe.
  

• Walk, run, bike, or drive the Jamestown Island Loop Drive, a five mile self-guided driving tour that explores the natural environment and history of the island.