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The Jamestown Colony in Virginia was settled on Jamestown Island on May 14, 1607. Jamestown is commonly regarded as the first permanent English settlement in the United States. It was the capital of the Virginia Colony until 92 years later -- in 1699 -- when it was relocated to Williamsburg. Current historical attractions include Historic Jamestowne and Jamestown Settlement, and nearby Colonial Parkway, Colonial Williamsburg and Yorktown.
The Jamestown Colony in Virginia was settled on Jamestown Island on May 14, 1607. Jamestown is commonly regarded as the first permanent English settlement in the United States. It was the capital of the Virginia Colony until 92 years later -- in 1699 -- when it was relocated to Williamsburg. Current historical attractions include Historic Jamestowne and Jamestown Settlement, and nearby Colonial Parkway, Colonial Williamsburg and Yorktown.
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Two precincts, many views
804-225-7345Voters in the Edgehill precinct show an independent streak. That's nothing new for this neck of the woods. The York County voting district is bisected by part of the Colonial National Historical Park, home to Historic Jamestowne and the Yorktown...Tags: Hampton Roads, Denbigh, Timothy M. Kaine, Government, Barack Obama
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Imparting colonial history
247-7429When Ralph Freer first came to Williamsburg after retiring from the federal government, he brought his interest in history with him. Wanting to be involved in the telling of the area's history, Freer started by volunteering in the stables at Colonial...Tags: Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown (Jamestown, Virginia), History, Archaeology, American Revolutionary War
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In the news
•Joel S. Levine, NASA senior research scientist, spoke at the annual Autumn Membership Gathering of the Colonial Capital Branch of the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities at Historic Jamestowne. Levine presented "Exploring New Worlds:...Tags: Diseases, NASA, Avon Products Incorporated, Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities, Cancer
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Grab summer before school starts
247-4732It's time to savor the last sips of frivolous summer. Before long, we'll all be knuckling down and getting serious. But let's not rush it. We can squeeze in a bit more relaxation and recreation, right? Here are 10 ways to have fun before school's back...Tags: Canoeing and Kayaking, Gene Wilder, Outer Banks, Beach Vacations, Sailing
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Jamestown lecture: English settlers and the Powhatan Indians
247-4783JAMES CITY — Noted American history expert Daniel Richter will present a free public lecture on the relationship between the early English settlers and the Powhatan Indians Saturday night at Jamestown Settlement. Titled "Tassentasse in Tsenacomoco:...Tags: New York University, Jamestown (Jamestown, Virginia), History, Chesapeake Bay, Jamestown Settlement
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Battlefield Virginia
Hartford Courant Staff WriterFrom the heavy guns of a seacoast fort through battle-scarred Yorktown and the swampy outskirts of Richmond, the Virginia Peninsula tells the story of a massive war campaign and the evolution of warfare. Along this finger of land cut by the York and...Tags: Colonial Williamsburg, Armed Forces, Wars and Interventions, Mariners' Museum, Fort Monroe
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Signage
"Historic Jamestowne is an island full of old history, and it has a new, one-of-a-kind Archaearium that is owned by the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities. Also on the island, the part that's owned by the Colonial National Historical...Tags: Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities, Jamestown (Jamestown, Virginia), Jamestown Settlement
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Visitor center, the starting point of a history tour, debuts
757-223-5682A dozen days before 2007, organizers are hitting more milestones in preparing for Jamestown's 400th anniversary. A $7.4 million visitor center was unveiled Tuesday at Historic Jamestowne, the site of the New World's first permanent English settlement....Tags: 400th Anniversary of Jamestown, Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities, Tour Operations Industry, Yorktown Battlefield, James City County
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Events This Week
Wednesday/5 Archaeological excavation at the Ravenscroft site--9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. daily, corner of Botetourt and Nicholson streets, weather permitting. No tickets required. Art workshops--Manor House at Powhatan Plantation. 9:30-11:30 a.m....Tags: Colonial Williamsburg, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, NASA, Physical Fitness, Multi-Sport Events
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A missing 'star' in Jamestown
Special to The Los Angeles TimesDespite her legendary status, Pocahontas is all but ignored. VIRGINIA Jamestown, Va. — RACHEL SECAN came to Jamestown wearing her Pocahontas costume and pink snow boots. She was hoping to see something about her favorite Indian princess. Why...Tags: AirTran, Williamsburg, Jamestown (Jamestown, Virginia), Richmond (Richmond, Virginia), John Smith
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Other Voices: Citizens should monitor Fort Monroe planning process
The Army doesn't leave Fort Monroe until 2011, but anyone who wants the best for that national treasure should pay close attention right now. In March, a new state law placed me onto a brand-new, 18-person Fort Monroe planning panel. At the first...Tags: Timothy M. Kaine, Armed Forces, Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities, Environmental Cleanup, Defense
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Cheney to speak at Jamestown
202-824-8224Vice President Dick Cheney will address the Virginia General Assembly at its opening session in Jamestown on Wednesday, his office confirmed Monday. Cheney's planned appearance at Historic Jamestowne promises to increase national attention to the 400th...Tags: Dick Cheney, Society, Timothy M. Kaine, Government, Jamestown (Jamestown, Virginia)
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