Fresh Views of the American Revolution

October 18, 2025 - August 31, 2026 • American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

In time for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution, join us for the “Fresh Views of the American Revolution” special exhibition at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, commemorating America’s 250th through contemporary voices. Discover new perspectives on the ideals and legacies of the American Revolution through the folk art of Oscar de Mejo created during the 1976 Bicentennial and through engaging community art programs. Learn more about this event.

Following the Dragon: Chinese Ming Porcelain in Early Jamestown

November 15, 2025 – July 12, 2026 • Jamestown Settlement

The special exhibition will explore compelling discoveries that connect the early years of the Jamestown colony and Asia. Featuring Chinese porcelain uncovered during excavations of 1607 James Fort on Jamestown Island and intact objects from global lenders, the exhibition examines who may have owned these evocative pieces, how they may have been acquired, and offers fresh insights into the social life of the early 17th-century Virginia elite. Learn more about this special exhibition.

Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time

March 6 - May 18 • American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

In collaboration with Sony Pictures Television, go behind the scenes for a look at captivating costumes from the hit television series “Outlander.” Featuring an exclusive collection of 26 hand-selected pieces from Seasons 1–4 assembled for the museum exhibition, travel back in time to unravel the show’s origins through the acclaimed costume designs of Terry Dresbach. Learn more about this event.

National Treasure Hunt's Heist Night

April 11 • Jamestown Settlement

Join us for National Treasure Hunt's Heist Night - escape room-style puzzles in the interactive environment of a murder mystery event rooted in history at Jamestown Settlement. Team up with friends to crack clues, solve ciphers, and hack history as you race against foes to find the missing piece in a nearly 20-year-old treasure hunt! Learn more about this event.

Tales from a Revolution: Bacon's Rebellion and the Transformation of Early America

April 15 • Jamestown Settlement

Historian James D. Rice presents a colorfully detailed account of Bacon's Rebellion, highlighting how the central events and its aftermath are woven into the founding story of America. Learn more about this event.

Family Days: Indigenous Games & Stories

April 18 • Jamestown Settlement

In partnership with the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation Indigenous Peoples Program, learn to play fun Indigenous games, listen to captivating storytellers share powerful tales and engage in traditional and contemporary crafts with Virginia Indian partners. Learn more about this event.

Teen Artmaking Workshop: Fresh Views of the American Revolution

April 25, 2026 • American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

Join us for an art workshop created by and for teens! Selected by our Student Engagement Committee, participants will work with one of the artists in our current special exhibition, “Fresh Views of the American Revolution” for a three-hour workshop where they will learn about the artist’s work and what inspires them, and then create their own work based on the artist’s art medium. Learn more about this event.

Woven in Time Dye Workshop

April 25, 2026 • American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

As part of the "Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time" special exhibition, join us for a hands-on experience as living-history interpreters on the Revolution-era farm at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown offer an exciting workshop to learn how different fibers were dyed in the 18th century. Try your hand at cloth-dyeing and take home your own hand-dyed silk scarf! Learn more about this event.

Jamestown Day Commemoration

May 9, 2026 • Jamestown Settlement

The 419th anniversary of the 1607 founding of Jamestown is marked with an artillery salute, maritime demonstrations and interpretive programs. Visitors can learn about the 1607 founding of Jamestown and the convergence of the Virginia Indian, English and West Central African cultures in 17th-century Virginia through expansive exhibits and outdoor living-history experiences. Learn more about this commemorative event.

JYF Giving Day

May 9, 2026 • Jamestown Settlement

JYF Giving Day is a one-day fundraising drive, giving supporters from around the country a unique opportunity to come together online to show their support for JYF. Join JYF’s community of supporters and friends, longtime and new, as we celebrate Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and our shared commitment to preserving the stories of America’s past.

Outlander Day

May 16, 2026 • Jamestown Settlement

Join us for a day celebrating all things Outlander! Hear the sounds of pipes and drums fill the air, march through the Continental Army encampment, and spend some time examining clothing styles of "Jacobian rebels." Time travel from the 18th century to discover how women served in World War II, just like Claire in the STARZ hit Outlander television series.

World Bee Day

May 23, 2026 • Jamestown Settlement

The museum shops at Jamestown Settlement celebrated “World Bee Day” with honeybee-related activities and vendor presentations. The event honored the 404th anniversary of the first recorded honeybees in North America. European honeybees most familiar to people today are not native to the continent, and they first landed in Virginia in 1622 when the Virginia Company of London sent a ship carrying the first beehives. Learn more about this event.