See the story of the nation’s founding, from the early days of the colonial period to the American Revolution and siege of ...

YORKTOWN, Va. — Just in time for Independence Day and the countdown to America’s 250th anniversary, a newly acquired portrait of George Washington is now on permanent display at the American ...

YORKTOWN, Va. (WAVY) — Historic Yorktown and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown are planning events for Saturday and Sunday to celebrate America’s decisive victory against the British during ...

Founded in 1691, Yorktown, Virginia is a quaint, gorgeous city steeped in history. Best known as the location of the last ...

Four historians told The Washington Post that while the British were defeated in Yorktown, Virginia — not in South Carolina — ...

YORKTOWN — A portrait of George Washington by artist Charles Peale Polk that dates back to about 1790 has taken center stage in the permanent exhibits at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown.

YORKTOWN, Va. — It was a cause for celebration on Thursday at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown as nearly 100 people gained U.S. citizenship. 92 eligible candidates from 45 different ...

History meets waterfront charm in Yorktown, a small town that played a big role in America's story. As part of Virginia’s Historic Triangle, alongside Jamestown and Williamsburg, Yorktown is preparing ...

YORKTOWN — A public screening of segments of filmmaker Ken Burns’ upcoming documentary will be featured at the Revolutionary Festival on Saturday at the Yorktown Battlefield. “We the People: A ...

PBS will rebroadcast the hit docuseries over six consecutive Fridays Jan. 9-Feb. 13, plus t History Center will host a Jan.