Events & Programs

Join us in celebrating and preserving Jamestown's heritage

Annual Event

Celebrate Jamestown Reunion

Last weekend in July
5 miles east of Florence, SC

Reenactments, storytelling, artisan demonstrations, banquet and church service. Open to the public.

Event Activities

  • Historical Reenactments
  • Storytelling Sessions
  • Artisan Demonstrations
  • Community Banquet
  • Church Service
  • Open to the Public

Purpose: Fundraising for preservation

Volunteers in yellow festival shirts gathered under a white tent conducting activities at the Celebrate Jamestown Festival

Upcoming Events

Event calendar coming soon - Check back for updates on workshops and programs

Workshop Free

Heritage Workshop: Storytelling Traditions

Learn the art of preserving family histories through storytelling. Join community elders and historians for an interactive workshop.

Coming Soon
Tour Free

Preservation Tour: Jan James House

Tour the historic Jan James House restoration site and learn about 19th-century African American architecture and preservation techniques.

Coming Soon
Community Event Free

Community Gathering: History & Heritage

Monthly gathering for community members to share stories, connect with descendants, and support preservation efforts.

Coming Soon

Interactive Event Calendar

Full calendar functionality coming in Phase 2. Stay tuned for detailed event schedules, registration capabilities, and calendar integration.

Contact for Updates

Registration Information

How to Register

To register for events or express interest in upcoming programs, please contact the Jamestown Foundation directly:

Event Types

Free Events

Most community gatherings, tours, and workshops are free and open to all.

Ticketed Events

Special workshops and the annual reunion banquet may require registration and fees to support preservation efforts.

Accessibility

We are committed to making all events accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, please contact us in advance so we can ensure your participation.

Questions?

Have questions about events or want to organize a group visit? We'd love to hear from you.

Contact the Foundation

Past Events

Annual Reunions Since 2013

The Celebrate Jamestown Reunion has been bringing together descendants, community members, and supporters since 2013. Each year, we gather to honor our ancestors, share stories, and raise funds for preservation efforts.

Terry James, Executive Director of Jamestown Foundation, wearing Civil War era Union soldier uniform
Large brass band ensemble in white attire performing with tubas, trumpets, and drums at the Jamestown Foundation Festival Banquet
South Carolina Historical Marker #22 designating Jamestown as a historic site significant from 1870 to 1940