Part of Colonial National Historical Park · Virginia
Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park
Walk in the steps of Captain John Smith and Pocahontas where a successful English colonization of North America began. Despite early struggles to survive, the 1607 settlement evolved into a prosperous colony. As the colony expanded, the Virginia Indians were pushed out of their homeland. In 1619, the arrival of Africans was recorded, marking the origin of slavery in English North America.
Things to do
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Living History
- First Person Interpretation
- Junior Ranger Program
Weather & when to go
http://www.nps.gov/jame/planyourvisit/weather.htm
Entrance fees
Entrance - Per Person
Adult (16 and older) -$15; good for 7 days entrance to Yorktown Battlefield (and NPS areas at Historic Jamestowne); can be upgraded to see Preservation Virginia areas at Historic Jamestowne for an additional $15 at the Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center. Yorktown Battlefield will not be selling the $30 entrance permit for Historic Jamestowne.
$15.00
Operating hours
Operating Hours & Seasons
The Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center has public access to the Preservation Virginia Museum store, indoor public restrooms and for fee collection. Entrance Gate hours are from 8:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Daily. No entrance is permitted prior to 8:45 a.m. or after 4:30 p.m. including bicyclists and pedestrians.
Glasshouse
The Glasshouse parking area is the first right after you pass through the entrance gate. Park and follow the path to the Glasshouse. Public restrooms are available at this location. English America's first industry was glassblowing. Here at the Glasshouse, costumed interpreters use the same techniques and tools employed by glassblowers of 1608. Demonstrations are ongoing daily during operating hours.
FAQ
- How much does it cost to visit Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park?
- Entrance to Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park costs $15.00 (Entrance - Per Person). The America the Beautiful annual pass ($80) covers entry at every NPS site.
- What are the hours at Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park?
- The Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center has public access to the Preservation Virginia Museum store, indoor public restrooms and for fee collection. Entrance Gate hours are from 8:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Daily. No entrance is permitted prior to 8:45 a.m. or after 4:30 p.m. including bicyclists and pedestrians.
- Do I need a reservation for Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park?
- No timed-entry reservation is currently required to enter Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park. Campgrounds and permits may still need to be booked separately on Recreation.gov.
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