Group Visit Information
Your group is welcome to join any public tours or programs scheduled during your visit. We cannot provide private tours or group site guides at this time. Youth groups are not permitted in the Archaearium Museum.
DAY OF ARRIVAL
Plan to arrive during your scheduled time slot but no earlier than entrance gate hours. Send a representative to check in at the ticketing counter. Representatives will need to provide payment (or an order number for online tickets) and an accurate headcount of adults and children. If applicable, school groups will need to present a physical copy of their approved academic fee waiver.
PAYMENT
Groups can purchase admission at the Visitor Center on the day of their visit. Cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and checks made to Preservation Virginia are accepted. Payment is required prior to entry. Groups may also use our Online Tickets portal to purchase tickets up to 7 days in advance.
Schools or other bona fide educational institutions may be eligible for an academic fee waiver through the National Park Service. Details and the application are available on the Colonial National Historical Park website.
DINING
There are picnic tables around the Visitor Center parking lot for small groups.
The waterfront Dale House Café is available for onsite dining with admission purchase. If you want to purchase boxed lunches or make accommodations for a group, please contact the Dale House directly at (757) 229-1170. No outside food is permitted in the cafe or on the grounds.
PARKING
Free daytime parking is available for cars, motor coaches, and school buses. Overnight parking and camping are not permitted.
Bus parking is located on the far eastern side of the parking lot. Bus drivers should follow the signs to the bus loop for drop-offs and pick-ups. Please do not block traffic or drop off guests in the parking lot for safety reasons.
YOUTH GROUPS
Historic Jamestowne is an active archaeological site. Please be respectful of the sensitive and fragile nature of the burials, historic structures, and archaeological features. Parents, guides, and chaperones are responsible for ensuring children’s and students’ safety and appropriate behavior.
ARCHAEARIUM MUSEUM POLICY
Youth groups are not permitted in the Archaearium Museum. Please see the virtual tour.
NPS ACADEMIC FEE WAIVER
Schools or other bona fide educational institutions may be eligible for an academic fee waiver through the National Park Service. Details and the application are available on the Colonial National Historical Park website. Waiver requests must be made at least a month in advance. An approved waiver provides free admission* to teachers, students, and one chaperone for every ten students. Additional guests are required to pay the general admission fee. Bring a physical copy of the approved waiver with you when you check-in.
*NPS Academic Fee Waivers do not include access to the Archaearium museum, owned and operated by Preservation Virginia.
UNFORESEEN PARK CLOSINGS/EVENT OR TOUR CANCELLATIONS
Historic Jamestowne is primarily an outdoor site subject to occasional severe weather or hazardous conditions. There are instances when we must close the park or cancel specific tours or programs for the safety of visitors and staff. Please check our website or social media prior to arrival for updates on operations and scheduled events.
QUESTIONS?
Email us at hjvcservices@preservationvirginia.org.
