Come witness how Virginia’s first permanent settlers arrived in the new world: by boat in what would become Hampton, Virginia.
That’s right, the Jamestown settlers stopped in Hampton on their way up the James River, and were invited ashore by Native Americans.
The scene is commemorated and re-enacted annually at Strawberry Banks. Come watch on Sunday, April 25, at 3 p.m. as Captain Christopher Newport and his men row the shallop ashore and are greeted by the Native Americans.
The event, part of the year-long celebration of Hampton's 400th anniversary, will include opening remarks by Mayor Ward, musical performances, a reading of the original account and a re-enactment. It will culminate with light refreshments and a “meet and greet” with the re-enactors.
“…They saw the captain lay his hand on his heart.
Upon that they laid down their bows and arros and
Came very boldly to us, making signs to come ashore
To their town, which is called Kecoughtan.”
Mapquest to 30 Strawberry Banks, Hampton, VA
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