Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation
The Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation provides educational programming and resources to students, teachers, and life-long learners, connecting them to 17th and 18th century early Virginia and United States history, its peoples, events, and legacies.
Part of:
Inaugural Partners
Contributes To:
3 collections
2 primary sources
Part of:
Inaugural Partners
Contributes To:
3 collections
2 primary sources
About
The Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation provides educational programming and resources to students, teachers, and life-long learners, connecting them to 17th and 18th century early Virginia and United States history, its peoples, events, and legacies. Through various educational methodologies, we aim to instill historical empathy, assisting learners in recognizing and appreciating the rich and varied cultural convergence that formed the United States. Programming designed to engage in conversation and critical thinking allows learners to draw on their own experiences while creating a shared understanding of the complexities of the past and creating compassionate citizens who will have a positive impact on the future.
Collection Contributions
(3)
Pivotal Battles and Events of the Revolutionary War
The pivotal battles of the American Revolution, like Bunker Hill (1775) and Yorktown (1781), shaped the path toward independence. This collection helps students explore the strategies, struggles, and stories of individuals on both sides, showing how these key moments impacted the journey toward self-governance.
Celebrations and Remembrances in the United States
Celebrations and remembrances bring people together to honor important moments and stories. From Memorial Day to Juneteenth, students will explore diverse traditions, considering how communities remember and celebrate their shared histories while grappling with fairness and inclusion.
Paradox of Independence - Not Freedom for All
While the Revolution was fought for the right to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” people of African descent were not included or protected under the newly created government of the United States. This collection invites students to examine the experiences of those who heard the calls for liberty, but were denied full membership in the new nation.
Resource Contributions
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