- Jamestown, Virginia - Wikipedia
The Jamestown[a] settlement in the Colony of Virginia was the first permanent English settlement in the Americas It was located on the northeast bank of the James River, about 2 5 mi (4 km) southwest of present-day Williamsburg [1]
- Jamestown Settlement | Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, VA
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
- Historic Jamestowne
Visit the real thing at Historic Jamestowne, explore the actual location and active archaeological dig, Jamestown Rediscovery, home of the first successful English settlement
- A Short History of Jamestown - U. S. National Park Service
In 1607, 104 English men and boys arrived in North America to start a settlement On May 13 they picked Jamestown, Virginia for their settlement, which was named after their King, James I The settlement became the first permanent English settlement in North America
- Jamestown Colony - Facts, Founding, Pocahontas | HISTORY
During the 1620s, Jamestown expanded from the area around the original James Fort into a New Town built to the east It remained the capital of the Virginia colony until 1699 Settlers landing on
- Jamestown, Summary, Facts, Significance, Virginia
Jamestown was the first permanent English settlement in North America Established in 1607, the colonists survived famine, disease, weather, and several conflicts with Native American Indians Jamestown grew, expanded, and served as the capital of the Virginia Colony from 1607 until 1698
- Top Things to Do at Jamestown Settlement - Visit Williamsburg
Step into 17th century Virginia with engaging, kid-friendly exhibits and experiences Here are the top things to see and do at Jamestown Settlement, from the modern indoor gallery exhibits to the outdoor living history experiences
- Historic Jamestowne - Preservation Virginia
Historic Jamestowne is the actual site of the first permanent British settlement in North America In 1893, we acquired 22 ½ acres of Jamestown Island, including the ruins of the iconic 17th-century brick church tower
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