Nearby Attractions

Island Drive

A visit to Jamestown Island can include an exploration of the scenic landscape. The marshes and dense woods are reminiscent of what colonists would have seen […]

New Towne

After the establishment of James Fort, the settlers quickly spread eastward into a small area called “New Towne.” Jamestown was the focal point of the Virginia […]

Monuments

Tercentennial Monument The tall obelisk that looks like the Washington Monument in the nation’s capital was placed on Jamestown Island by the United States government in […]

Glasshouse

The Dream of Exporting Glass Just off Jamestown Island is a popular re-creation of a colonial glasshouse. Artisans and interpreters are at work every day producing […]

Visitor Center

The Jamestown experience begins at the Visitor Center, located one mile past the entrance gate and across the causeway connecting the mainland to the island. Our […]

Memorial Church

The Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities (now Preservation Virginia) acquired 22.5 acres of Jamestown Island, including the 17th-century church tower site in 1893. The […]

Fort Site

Exploring “The Buried Truth” Soon after the English settlers landed on Jamestown Island in May 1607, they were attacked by Powhatan Indians. A fort was needed. […]

Plan Your Visit

For a list of current operating hours and programs, please visit the Weekly Schedule. Please note that some of the paths on the site may be […]

Accessibility

Getting around Historic Jamestowne Pathways throughout the historical areas and at the glasshouse, though not paved, provide a stable surface for wheelchairs and scooters. Most of […]