Explore Bacon’s Rebellion at Historic Jamestowne Sept. 22

Programs at Historic Jamestowne on Sept. 22 mark the 336^thanniversary of Bacon’s Rebellion including a re-enactment of the burning of Jamestown.

• “Governor Berkeley Laments the Rebellion.” Join Gov. William Berkeley at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 and 3 p.m. at the Memorial Church as he recounts his time in Virginia and the circumstances that led to Bacon’s Rebellion and the burning of Virginia’s 17th-century capital.
• “The Beginning, Progress and Conclusion of Bacon’s Rebellion.” Citizens were forced to choose to follow Nathaniel Bacon, the rebel leader, or Governor Sir William Berkeley, the Crown’s representative.  Thomas Matthew, a Burgess in 1676, offers details of this dramatic event through his eyewitness account. The tour begins at 7 p.m. at the Tercentennial Monument overlooking the James River. The 75-minute program includes a tour through the colonial town site and encounters with several other residents. Controlled fires re-create the burning of Jamestown. In case of rain, this program will be presented in the Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center Theater.

Visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a flashlight and insect repellent.

Carrot Tree Kitchens at the Dale House Café is open until 6:45 p.m., serving food and beverages on Saturday night.

The Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center and museum store remain open until 7 p.m. on Saturday night.

The programs are free with paid admission to Historic Jamestowne. The admission fee is $10 per adult and includes both Historic Jamestowne and Yorktown Battlefield. Children under age 16 are admitted free. America the Beautiful National Parks passes are accepted and Preservation Virginia members are also admitted free.   Click here for more information on the Bacon’s Rebellion event.