January 2026
Start the new year with unforgettable experiences and one-of-a-kind events at Jamestown Settlement & American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. To kickoff America’s 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, a variety of ticket options are available for a perfect pass to the past.
Family Days: Fresh Views
Jan 17 │ American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
Create your own fresh views of the American Revolution with drop-in artmaking activities inspired by art on display. Meet student and professional artists who created the art and enjoy a story time from York County Public Library.
Tasting the Ming Dynasty
Jan 24 │ Jamestown Settlement
Join us as Feather Chen, certified Chinese tea evaluator and artist with roots in Yunnan, leads a discovery of Chinese tea culture and traditional tea porcelains entitled Tragedy and Romance: Tasting the Ming Dynasty.
Black Artist Showcase Opening Reception
January 31 │ Jamestown Settlement
In honor of Black History Month and beyond, celebrate the opening of the 2026 Black Artist Showcase exhibit, connecting the past and present through vivid intersections of contemporary art and 17th-century history.
In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, this year’s theme — inspired by the 18th-century prose of Phillis Wheatley — “Raise Your Voices: Sounds of Protest” features contemporary Virginia artists showcasing their perspectives through various art mediums.
Meet with the artists, enjoy a cash bar and hors d'oeuvres, and mingle with live music.
Special Exhibitions
Following the Dragon
On Display at Jamestown Settlement
In partnership with Jamestown Rediscovery, take a journey of discovery to witness a never-before-assembled collection of rare porcelain featuring surviving pieces excavated from the 1607-1625 James Fort at Historic Jamestowne paired with intact parallels from English, Dutch and American museums and private collections from across the globe.
New Membership Program
Your All-Access Pass to the Past
We invite you to become a charter member of our museums.
New for 2026, JYF Museums is offering a special membership program to the public.
Membership allows you to experience more of the connection you’ve enjoyed as a proud supporter of Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Deepen your connection to the stories that shaped America.
It offers the best of both worlds — give the gift of history and receive one-of-a-kind rewards.
Free unlimited admission each year to both museums.
Early access to tickets for lectures, programs and special events.
Opportunities for behind-the-scenes experiences.
Support educational programs, exhibitions and special events that bring our story to life.
Membership means more — more benefits, more access and more discounts.
JYF Museums is proud to partner with the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and American Revolution.
We're working harder than ever to keep history alive, from preserving our world-class museum collection and outdoor living-history areas, to on-site and online education efforts. To help preserve our shared past and shape future generations, support the JYF, Inc. Annual Fund today.
