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Experience America's Historic Triangle: Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown

Explore the 23-mile long Colonial Parkway, designated an "All American Road," and discover the rich history and scenic beauty of Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown. Enjoy a peaceful drive, bike ride, or visit multiple locations to learn about 174 years of history. Take advantage of the free trolley and shop, dine, and be entertained in Merchants Square, Colonial Williamsburg, and Williamsburg New Town.

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Experience America's Historic Triangle: Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown

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  1. Colonial Parkway 23 miles long, designated an “ALL AMERICAN ROAD” In 2005 • Great Scenic View • Peaceful Drive • Wonderful to bike • Multiple locations to pull off and enjoy • Connects Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown spanning 174 years of history!

  2. March 22 to October 31 • Daily 10 am to 6 pm • Ride Free • Trolley stops at designated locations every 20 – 25 minutes

  3. Merchants Square/Colonial Williamsburg Williamsburg Shopping Center High Street Williamsburg New Town Full Trolley Schedule: Mon -Thurs - noon to 10:00pm Fri & Sat - noon to 11:00pm Sunday - noon to 8:00pm Continuous shopping, dining, and entertainment loop between:

  4. What is the Historic Triangle? The Historic Triangle consists of three major events: • FIRST MAJOR EVENT: The founding of the first English settlement at Jamestown in 1607 • Historic JamestowneandJamestown Settlement represent the first permanent English Settlement in America. • Historic Jamestowne is the actual 1607 landing site. • Jamestown Settlement provides the living interpretation of life at Jamestown in the 1600’s. What will there be to see and do at Jamestown?

  5. Jamestown Settlement brings to life the world of America’s first permanent English colonists and the Powhatan Indians they encountered Exhibition galleries and outdoor living history area Trip Advisor: Top 10 Historic Sites Historic Jamestowne – site of the first permanent English colony in America Part of Colonial National Historical Park Excavation of 1607 fort

  6. through June 2011 Jamestown Settlement

  7. Jamestown Settlement Three Cultures, One Century,America’s Story: Learn how the West Central Africans, English and Powhatan Indians converged at Jamestown in the 1600’s English 30,000 square foot galleries: interactive and hands-on fun! Africans Powhatan Indians

  8. Jamestown Settlement “From Africa to Virginia” theater in the Jamestown Settlement Gallery

  9. Kongolese Ceremonial Sword Jamestown Settlement West African Ceramic Memorial Bust African Carved Ivory Bracelet Pair of copper alloy bracelets, Kingdom of Benin

  10. What is the Historic Triangle? • The Historic Triangle consists of three major events: The founding of the first English settlement at Jamestown in 1607 SECOND MAJOR EVENT: The Dream of American Freedom and Independence • Williamsburg, VA • Where the fiery debates on revolution took place • The build up to the American Revolution What will there be to see and do in Williamsburg?

  11. Restored 18th century capital of colonial Virginia … the largest living-history museum in the U.S. 301-acre Historic Area features hundreds of restored, reconstructed, and historically furnished buildings Southern Living: 10 Best Family Destinations Travel + Leisure: 10 must-see destinations for grade-schoolers Duke of Gloucester named one of Top 10 Great Streets in America Be part of the story

  12. Be part of the story

  13. What is the Historic Triangle? • The Historic Triangle consists of three major events: The founding of the first English settlement at Jamestown in 1607 The fiery debates on revolution at Williamsburg THE FINAL EVENT: The most critical battle in the fight for American Revolution • Yorktown, VA • America’s struggle for independence, from the beginnings of colonial unrest to the formation of the new nation • The climatic campaign of the American Revolution in 1781 What will there be to see and do at Yorktown?

  14. Historic Yorktown - 18th-century homes, museums, battlefields, art galleries and specialty shops ... scenic riverwalk and beach Yorktown Battlefield - site of 1781 British surrender in Revolutionary War Part of Colonial National Historical Park … galleries and battlefield exhibits Yorktown Victory Center - museum of the American Revolution Living history re-enactments and exhibits

  15. Yorktown VictoryCenter

  16. Living History Museum and Galleries www.historyisfun.org

  17. Musket Demonstration 1780’s Garden Participate in Military Drill then Ready, Aim……Fire!

  18. Consumer Ticket Option Popular Online Ticket Options Williamsburg Flex Vacation America’s Historic Triangle Four-Site Value History Is Fun! Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center Combination Ticket American Heritage Annual Pass In addition to the ticket options above, a variety of single and multi-day tickets are available to Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Water Country USA, Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown Settlement, Yorktown Victory Center, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and more.

  19. Consumer Ticket Option Seven Days of Unlimited Admission to Seven Sites 2011 Admission Fees Adult 18+ $177.20 Youth (6-17) $137.70 Children Under 6 Complimentary • Jamestown Settlement • Historic Jamestowne • Colonial Williamsburg • Yorktown Battlefield • Yorktown Victory Center • Busch Gardens Williamsburg • Water Country USA (Seasonal) • Memorial Day to Halloween No further discounts apply.

  20. AMERICA’S HISTORIC TRIANGLE Seven Days of Unlimited Admission to Five Sites 2011 Admission Fees Adult 18+ $79 Youth (6-17) $33.50 Children Under 6 Complimentary • Jamestown Settlement • Historic Jamestowne • Colonial Williamsburg • Yorktown Battlefield • Yorktown Victory Center Available All Year! Consumer Ticket Option – All Year

  21. Consumer Ticket Option – All Year Four-Site Value Ticket7 consecutive days of unlimited admission to: 2011 Admission Fees Adults 18+ $30Adult/Youth 13-17 $ 20Youth 6-12 $10Children Under 6 Free Historic Jamestowne Jamestown Settlement Yorktown Battlefield Yorktown Victory Center Jamestown Settlement Historic Jamestowne Yorktown Victory Center Yorktown Battlefield

  22. HISTORY IS FUN!Adults - $20 Youth 6 to 12 - $10Children under 6 are free.(7 consecutive days of unlimited admission when you buy online)2011 Admission Rates Consumer Ticket Option – All Year Jamestown Settlement & Yorktown Victory Center 2011 Admission Tickets Special programs & special exhibitions are included with admission. Free parking. Museum Stores. Jamestown Settlement Café. HISTORY , SHOPPING & FUN! ONLINE SPECIAL - Includes the History Is Fun ticket and receive a VIP Coupon Book for Williamsburg Premium Outlets. Valid thru 12/31/2011

  23. Jamestown Settlement & Yorktown Victory Center Online Special for Locals! Online special for visitors with zip codes between the range of 23000 to 23899. Use the discount code 230238 To save $15 on Adult passes and $7.50 on passes for visitors ages 6-12, children under 6 are free!

  24. Party on the Pier at Jamestown Settlement Special After Hours Event At the Jamestown Settlement On Saturday, June 25, 2011 Live Music and Dinner Separate Admission Applies

  25. Groups Of All Ages Enjoy Visits To Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown Spring Summer Fall Winter 15 or more qualifies for group rate

  26. Thank You

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