Military Through the Ages

In just one weekend, experience centuries of military history during Jamestown Settlement’s time-honored “Military Through the Ages” event on March 16 and 17. More than 400 military re-enactors show how uniforms, weapons and military tactics evolved through the centuries, from the first century all the way to modern-day soldiers with the Virginia Army National Guard. Comparative artillery-firing demonstrations will be presented at noon on Sunday, with weapons ranging from a 17th-century swivel gun to a modern-day howitzer. During a special program at noon on Saturday, discover how women have played a vital part in world conflicts throughout history with this year’s special salute to women’s roles in the military and their contributions during times of war. To learn more, visit historyisfun.org/jamestown-settlement/military-through-the-ages.

Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, Jamestown Settlement is located on State Route 31 just southwest of Williamsburg. Parking is free. Special programs and exhibitions included in admission during museum operating hours: $17.50 for adults, $8.25 for ages 6-12, and free for children under 6. A value-priced combination ticket with the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown is $26.00 for adults and $12.50 for ages 6-12. Residents of James City County, York County and the City of Williamsburg, including College of William and Mary students, receive free admission with proof of residency. For more information, call (888) 593-4682 toll-free or (757) 253-4838, or visit historyisfun.org.