Colonial National Historical Park
On May 13, 1607, Jamestown was established as the first permanent English settlement in North America. Three cultures came together – European, Virginia Indian and African–to create a new society that would eventually seek independence from Great Britain. On October 19, 1781, American and French troops defeated the British at Yorktown in the last major battle of the American Revolutionary War.
Map showing location of park.
Bamboo Removal Project Closures Continue in Yorktown
The removal of two acres of bamboo in Yorktown has necessitated the creation of some temporary closures.
Jamestown Island Loop Drive to Close for Bridge Rehabilitation Project
Colonial National Historical Park will implement a temporary closure of the Jamestown Island Loop Drive beginning on Monday December 2, to safely rehabilitate three wooden bridges on the drive.
National Park Service Director celebrates completion of $24 million shoreline restoration project in Colonial National Historical Park
Yesterday, National Park Service Director Chuck Sams joined a celebration in Colonial National Historical Park marking the completion of a $24 million shoreline restoration project supported by the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund.
National Park Service and Federal Highway Administration begin next phase of Colonial Parkway Rehabilitation
Public meeting to review the next phase of the rehabilitation of the Colonial Parkway. Meeting will be held in James City County Government Center on October 24, 2024 beginning at 6:30 pm.
Photo by National Park Service
Photo by Elizabeth Green
Photo by Park Ranger Roger W. Green
Photo by Park Ranger Linda Williams
Photo by Park Ranger Linda Willliams
Photo by National Park Service
Photo by National Park Service