Jamestown 400th Anniversary

Jamestown 400th Anniversary

The first permanent English settlement in America was founded here on May 14, 1607, by a small group led by Capt. Christopher Newport (1565-1617), who was hired by the London Co. to transport colonists. James Fort (1607), their triangle-shaped log fort, burned down in 1608 and was replaced by a five-sided structure. Many settlers died from famine and disease in the winter of 1609-1610. The survivors were encouraged to stay by the arrival of new settlers and supplies the following June. In 1612 tobacco growing was started. The colony prospered and became the capital of Virginia.

Learn more about the interesting history of Jamestown by exploring our interactive exhibit and watch a video to uncover the facts behind the marriage between Pocahontas and John Rolfe.

Reaching the New World: Jamestown's 400-Year Legacy

Commemorate the 400th anniversary of England's first permanent settlement at Historic Jamestowne and the Jamestown Settlement - Curators, historians and archaeologists lead an in-depth exploration of the people, sites and events...MORE