Jamestown Settlement, a historical attraction telling the story of the Jamestown settlers through expansive gallery exhibits, films and living history, is featuring a special exhibition through November 15, 2010.

“Werowocomoco: Seat of Power” is a new exhibit dedicated to the Werowocomoco, which was the principal residence of Powhatan, the paramount chief of 30-some Indian tribes in Virginia’s Coastal region at the time of the English colonists arrival in 1607. It was an important element in political, spiritual and social activities. Werowocomoco was located on the York River and is the place where Captain John Smith was taken prisoner by Powhatan in 1607 and first met Powhatan’s daughter Pocahontas. The exhibit includes more than 60 artifacts spanning nearly 10,000 years. This is the first time they have been displayed in a museum setting.

During the month of August, Jamestown Settlement is also celebrating the theme “Pastimes of Colonial Virginia.” During this theme month, visitors can experience games, storytelling and other diversions of 17th and 18th century Virginia. Unique activities and games like corncob darts, ninepins, quoits, mancala and nine-men’s morris will be available to play.

Jamestown Settlement is located in historic Williamsburg Virginia.

Colonial Williamsburg will continue their Guest Artist Programs with celebrated actor, Jesse Williams, known most notably for his recent role on “Grey’s Anatomy.” The program had a successful debut in May with Mamie Gummer. The next Guest Artist program in Williamsburg is scheduled for Saturday, September 25. Williams will perform at 11am and 2pm in Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area.

The Guest Artist Program was created to showcase the talents of young actors, along with Colonial Williamsburg’s own actor-interpreters in scenes depicting pivotal moments in 18th Century Colonial history.

Williams will perform in a segment called “What Holds the Future.”

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