Jamestown Day at Historic Jamestowne
Explore America’s Birthplace and discover the stories of Jamestown!
Join us to mark the 417th anniversary of the arrival of 104 men and boys at Jamestown. On May 14th, 1607, three ships anchored in the deep waters of the James River, their passengers disembarked, and they decided to establish their settlement on a swampy, unoccupied peninsula “in Paspiha’s [Paspehegh] country” (George Percy). Their task was to find gold and a water route to the Pacific Ocean. They were not successful at this, but they set in motion the events that would help build the foundation of America.
More tours and programs coming soon! Jamestown Day events are included with admission to the Preservation Virginia portion of Historic Jamestowne. In the event of bad weather, programs will be moved indoors to the Archaearium or Memorial Church.
