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Rothermel portrait of Patrick Henry's famous speech Courtesy of Red Hill

Give Me Liberty!

Patrick Henry's famous words come to life in a revolutionary exhibition, 250 years in the making. [Rothermel portrait - Courtesy of Red Hill]

On display now | Free with admission

Two girls look over the edge of a ship at Jamestown Settlement

Curiosity starts here

Sail into the world of early Virginia. Climb aboard a re-created 1607 ship, step inside a fort, watch a musket firing and explore a Paspahegh Indian town.

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Washington's Farewell, 1783, Oscar de Mejo, 1974

Fresh Views of the American Revolution

Discover new perspectives on the Revolution through bicentennial folk art and engaging community art. [Washington's Farewell, 1783, Oscar de Mejo, 1974]

Extended to Sept. 7 | Learn more

Celebrate America's 250th!

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Celebrate America's 250th!

America declared its independence 250 years ago. Join us in marking pivotal moments on the road to Revolution at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown.

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Welcome locals!

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Welcome locals!

Local residents can enjoy free admission to Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown.

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From weddings and concerts to business meetings and reunions, unique spaces are available to accommodate every gathering.

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Events

Jul

01

Give Me Liberty - 250 Signature Exhibition

09:00 AM - Jan, 31 05:00 PM

American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

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Aug

13

Needlework Workshop for Kids

10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

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Aug

15

History, HeArt and Harmonies

09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Jamestown Settlement

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Aug

15

First Africans Commemoration

02:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Jamestown Settlement

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Aug

27

Members-only Tour - Historical Clothing Shop

05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Jamestown Settlement

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Aug

29

Intoxicating History of the Revolution

07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

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Sep

05

Homeschool Program Days

09:00 AM - Sep, 13 05:00 PM

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Sep

05

Genealogy in Early America

02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

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Sep

12

Cherokee Cultural Weekend

10:00 AM - Sep, 13 04:00 PM

American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

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Aug 06

August 15 Programs at Jamestown Settlement Honor Legacies of the First Africans to Virginia

Jun 23

Star-Spangled Lineup of July 4 Events at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

Jun 18

‘Following the Dragon: Chinese Ming Porcelain in Early Jamestown’ Wins 2026 AASLH Award of Excellence

Jun 09

Jamestown Settlement’s Godspeed Sets Sail for Sail250® Virginia Events

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