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HISTORIC TRIANGLE
The Historic Triangle of Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown comes alive as you explore the past. Learn the role of faith in the establishment of Jamestown over 400 years ago, in the yearnings for Independence in Williamsburg, and in the final major battle of the Revolutionary War in Yorktown.
LEARN + PREPARE
Below is our destination overview. Use this page to learn more about each location and prepare for your program!
ITINERARY INCLUSIONS
Most ACTS Programs to the Historic Triangle include:
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Evening Colonial Tavern Dinner
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Evening "Lanthorn" Tour or Special Evening Program at Colonial Willamsburg.
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Guided Study Visit of Colonial Willamsburg
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Jamestown Settlement
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Jamestown Island
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Yorktown Museum of the American Revolution
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Yorktown Surrender Field
With extended time or additional days the program may include:
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Busch Gardens
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St. Johns Church Richmond Virginia
CLIMATE
Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown's climates are very temperate. Winter is mild and short. Spring and fall linger with bursts of color in blossoms and changing leaves. Summer is hot and usually humid.
Spring temperatures are usually very pleasant with nice breezes and sun - average temperatures are in the 60's. Rain is always possible. Travelers in February and March should have layers of clothing as it can be cool with the average temperature being in the 40's.
GEOGRAPHY
Williamsburg is located in the middle of The Virginia Peninsula, one of three mainland peninsulas extending from the Virginia mainland. The Peninsula is between the York and the James Rivers. It is located in the Atlantic Coastal Plain. This area of lowlands stretches about 100 miles inland and is covered with salt marshes and swamps. It's often called the Tidewater because of the flow of water up and down the coastal inlets and bays as the tide moves in and out. Along the James River is found Jamestown and along the York River is found Yorktown.
WATCH
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Williamsburg: The Story of a Patriot, 1957, Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
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Liberty! - The American Revolution, 1998, PBS Home Video.
READ
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Forbes, Esther. Johnny Tremain, Yearling, 1944, reissue edition (1987)
LISTEN
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Colonial fife and drum music.
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Listen to and read about "The World Turned Upside Down." This song was played by the British army when they surrendered to the Americans at Yorktown.
PREPARE
MENTALLY
EAT
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There is a bakeshop just off of Duke of Gloucester Street behind Raleigh Tavern, the Raleigh Tavern Bake Shop, that sells baked goods. The Shrewsbury cakes are very good as is the gingerbread.
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If you have time, eat lunch at one of the Colonial Williamsburg Taverns. They are located along the Duke of Gloucester Street. They tend to be busy in the spring, so it may be challenging to get in.
DRINK
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Lots of water! Travel days are very active - make sure to hydrate along the way.
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The colonial-style bottled root beer and apple cider (found in shops along Duke of Gloucester Street or at vendors in the Market Square) is a tasty drink.
WALK
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In addition to enjoying luxury motorcoach transportation, every tour day includes lots of walking - everywhere! Prepare for your program by putting in lots of steps at home, and make sure to 'break in' your favorite new shoes for your adventure.
PHYSICALLY
