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Yorktown Battlefield
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Cliff and Jean Dickey

Park Ranger and children

Jamestown and Yorktown Park Packs

Seven park packs that highlight different aspects of the Jamestown and Yorktown stories are available from the Williamsburg Regional Library. These packs are filled with books, videos and activities that relate to Jamestown archeology, famous people, nature, crafts, and industries and to the Revolutionary War at Yorktown.

Young Soldiers Program

Join a costumed Interpreter to learn about life as a soldier during the American Revolution. Program includes a hands on activity. The program occurs from mid-June to mid-August. Times for the program will vary depending on staffing.

Aerial view of Yorktown Country Club  

Did You Know?
Prior to inclusion in the National Park system, Yorktown Battlefield was part of the Yorktown Country Club. The battlefield was part of its 18-hole Riverview Golf Course. Intent upon preserving the battlefield, the owner of the golf course designed it around existing earthworks.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST