Welcome to Jamestown Settlement, a museum of 17th-century Virginia history and culture. Near the site of the original colony, discover the story of America’s beginnings through immersive films, gallery exhibits and outdoor re-creations.

The founding of Jamestown, America’s first permanent English colony, in Virginia in 1607 – 13 years before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth in Massachusetts – sparked a series of cultural encounters that helped shape the nation and the world.

Welcome to Jamestown Settlement, a living-history museum of 17th-century Virginia history and culture. Join us in reliving the experience of America's first permanent English colony and learn about Virginia history from historical interpreters and experienced tour guides.

At Jamestown Settlement, a museum of 17th-century Virginia history and culture, discover the story of America’s first permanent English colony, founded in 1607, and the ensuing convergence of the Powhatan Indian, English and West Central African cultures, vividly recounted through film, indoor gallery exhibits and outdoor living history.

Travel back in time at Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, where you can explore America’s beginnings and immerse yourself in the 17th and 18th centuries. Our interactive exhibits include 180-degree theaters, life …

Hours and directions to Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, living-history museums near Williamsburg, Virginia.

Jamestown Settlement exhibits feature an expanded collection of more than 500 period objects from Virginia, Europe and Africa – some on display for the first time. This includes portraits, documents, furnishings, toys, ceremonial and decorative objects, tools and weapons and archaeological items.

Journey to Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown to discover the story of America's beginnings.

Follow these easy itineraries and gallery guides to explore Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown plus other attractions in America's Historic Triangle.

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