Events

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There’s always something exciting happening at the museums, from holiday celebrations like Family Frights and Foods and Feasts, to public gatherings such as Military Through the Ages and the Yorktown Victory Celebration.

Calendar

View our calendar to learn about a variety of events taking place at Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, including celebrations, holidays and special events.

Who Conspires? Escape-Room Murder-Mystery Event

As the sun sets, race against the clock to solve a murder and save James Fort in this updated version of Jamestown Settlement’s immersive escape-room murder-mystery.

Explore three re-created 17th-century buildings, solving puzzles, questioning suspects, and seeking clues to stop a murderer and protect the fort. There are new storylines based on the hardships in early Jamestown, three new suspects and even a few new puzzles which makes this an experience you don't want to miss.

Spaces are limited and admission is $20 per person. Check-in at 7:30 p.m. and the program begins at 8 p.m. Sponsored by Dominion Energy.

Portions of the program are outside and will take place, rain or shine, unless cancelled due to severe weather.

Tickets for the Friday, May 26 program are no longer available.

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Director’s Series

Join Christy S. Coleman, executive director of the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, as she engages in lively and enlightening conversations with some of the nation’s prominent scholars and public figures. This series showcases the mission to raise awareness and understanding of the shared legacies of American history.

Donor Events

Current donors and future donors to the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation enjoy a special relationship with our museums. Throughout the year, the Foundation offers donors a variety of educational, cultural and social events, including private receptions during museum special events.

Programs and Activities

Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown host a variety of engaging programs and activities for visitors of all ages and interests. Discover community events, transformative programs and even special, once a year opportunities.

Special Exhibitions

These special exhibitions offer opportunities for in-depth exploration of intriguing historical subjects for a limited time. They also display artifacts on loan from institutions in the United States and abroad. Find exhibits ranging from Chesapeake log canoes, the history of Werowocomoco and even underwater archaeological sites in Bermuda.

Private Events

Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown offer dramatic spaces perfect for private events, weddings, receptions, meetings, corporate gatherings and special occasions. Turn your dreams into reality with unique, memorable venues. Enjoy an exclusive setting for a meaningful, memorable event.