Before the Siege

Experience Yorktown as it might have appeared under the occupation of His Majesty’s forces commanded by Lieutenant General Charles, Earl Cornwallis. Witness as the British dig in and fortify in the weeks before the Continental & French Army arrive to establish their siege lines. Watch British soldiers drill and execute their daily duties while local town folk go about their business. Come, enjoy, and learn the British story in the last major land battle to be fought in the Revolutionary War. This event is part of the Virginia250 Celebration. It is free and open to the public.

The free, accessible Yorktown Trolley will be running during this event.

Event Details

This event is running from 6 September 2025 until 7 September 2025. It is next occurring on September 6, 2025 10:00 am

Date & Time

Location

Historic Yorktown

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