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History museum · Williamsburg, Virginia
Jamestown Settlement
Museum with replicas of the three 1607 English ships, James Fort and a Powhatan village, with interpreters in period clothing.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Jamestown Settlement
Jamestown Settlement is a history museum run by the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, about 2 km from the original site. It recreates the early English colony and the cultures that met there: the Powhatan Indigenous peoples, the English, and Africans.
On the James River pier are replicas of the ships Susan Constant, Godspeed, and Discovery, which brought the colonists in 1607. Visitors can board them and see what the voyage was like. Beside them, a replica of the fort contains houses, a church, and a storehouse, and a Powhatan village shows woven houses and daily-life activities.
Interpreters in period clothing demonstrate crafts such as canoe building, food preparation, blacksmithing, and the use of historical weapons. Indoor galleries have exhibits about England, Africa, and Powhatan territory in the early 17th century.
The museum is open year-round and is one of the most popular attractions for families with children.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Two to three hours.
Best time
From spring through fall, in the morning; the ships and outdoor areas are best on dry days.
How to get there
It is on Jamestown Road, about 12 km from Williamsburg and 2 km from Historic Jamestowne, with parking.
Tip
The ticket can be combined with the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, run by the same foundation.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Jamestown Settlement
What is there to see at Jamestown Settlement?
The replicas of the 1607 ships, the reconstruction of the fort and a Powhatan village, and the history galleries.
Can you board the ships at Jamestown Settlement?
Yes, the replicas are moored on the James River and can be visited inside.
Is there a combined ticket with Yorktown?
Yes: Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, run by the same foundation, sell a combined ticket.