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| Jamestown Settlement |
| Jamestown Settlement, a museum of 17th-century colonial Virginia, explores the world of America’s first permanent English colony. A new introductory film and exhibition galleries trace Jamestown’s beginnings in England, the first century of the Virginia colony and describe cultures of Powhatan Indians, Europeans and Africans who converged in 1600s Virginia. Historical interpreters depict life of the period in outdoor re-creations of the colonists’ fort, their three ships and a Powhatan village, and a riverfront discovery area. Visitors may try their hand at grinding corn, scrape out a canoe, play games, wear armor, and more. Museum open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Free parking. Separate admission ticket required for Jamestown Settlement during “America’s Anniversary Weekend," May 11-13, 2007. |
| 2218 Jamestown Road |
| State Route 31 South near the Colonial Parkway |
| Williamsburg |
| VA |
| 23187 |
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| (888) 593-4682 |
| www.historyisfun.org |
 | | Thereasa W., Co-op Member | | If you haven't been to Jamestown since you were little, it is time to return. They have put probably millions of dollars into improving the exhibits. The museum and film alone are worth the trip. Take the time to walk through the re-creations though. Most of the docents are very good with children. There is a lot for them to try and learn. We also found them to be very knowledgeable about rather obscure details. When we were there the Powhatan village was actually manned by current members of the various tribes. Take the time to drive to the opposite end and see the remains of the original settlement and the glassblower. There is often an active archaeology dig at the original site and teh archaeologists are great about answering questions and teaching the children about what they do. |
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| | Laura Dawson, Co-op Member | | Wonderful!!! Visit Jamestown! It is a fabulous, hands-on experience for anyone to enjoy. Board replicas of the ships that brought settlers to Jamestown. Visit the colonists' fort and try on some of their armor. Sit in the church and read the rules of church attendance. Visit the Powhatan Village and see how their homes were constructed and learn how to weave a basket or mat. If you are able, go during their homeschool days for a guided tour through Jamestown. |
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| | Brooke I., Co-op Member | | You can read about it, but it is SO much better in person. Our 5 year old loved it so much we spent extra time just loving all of it. Would go back again! So well done. |
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| | Karen S., Co-op Member | | The Jamestown Settlement in Virginia is one of the best field trips our family has had the pleasure of attending. There are so many wonderful areas to explore! One of our favorites was the Powhattan Village, where our boy was able to grind corn and prepare an animal skin for use by rubbing the fur from the skin. There was a very knowledgable 'Indian' there who took time with each child who asked a question. Another place of interest was the firearms hut. In addition to trying on helmets and armor, children can listen to the 'caretaker' tell about muskets and other weapons. Then he takes all who are there out to a large area to demonstrate a weapon. But be prepared: the noise from an authentic musket is not for the weak at heart! Finally, the area of the harbor, with to scale ships for boarding, was pretty impressive. Looking down into the hold gives one a better appreciation for what the settlers had to go through in order to reach this new land. For instance, did you know that they were not allowed out of that hold? Why? the ships were so small that they would have created issues for the crew. All in all, Jamestown was a great experience. And if you want something less of a museaum and more of an historic experience, visit Historic Jamestowne right down the road. There you will be at the actual location of Jamestown. As I stood at the water and realized I was standing at the exact place the settlers came, I was moved tremendously. If you are in Virginia, do go...you won't be disappointed! |
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| | VickiinVA, Co-op Member | | Plan on spending nearly the entire day here! The kids get the most when allowed to just roam, explore and play. There are chickens roaming around, people in costumes doing various tasks and willing to answer questions and explain what they're doing and how the Powhatan Indians lived in the Indian Village. Walk down to the pier and go aboard the three ships that arrived in 1607. You'll be amazed how small they are. And you'll probably be there for several musket firings. Inside the fort you'll find several buildings, the kids can try on armor so get your camera ready. After visiting the fort, go inside to see the great exhibits. |
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