Bacon's Castle

05/27/2026

Tournament of the Castle Ren Faire will be returning on November 7th & 8th. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more information!

05/26/2026

Some of the preservation work that continues at Bacon's Castle is not as visible to the public but it is extremely important!

05/18/2026

We had a fabulous Descendants Day, meeting old and new friends!

05/16/2026

The Ferrari Club came today for a tour and brightened up our site!

05/08/2026

Calling all Cousins! If you have an ancestor who lived or worked at Bacon's Castle, Descendants Day is for you! On May 17 from 12-4PM we will offer you special tours, an update on the restoration, a preview of the new exhibit in the quarters for the enslaved and the opportunity to connect with distant relatives. Tickets are available online

It’s a family reunion! Do you have a connection to Bacon’s Castle? Did your ancestor live or work here? We have a day planned just for you and your family with special tours, an update on preservation projects and a chance to meet your distant relatives! We’d love for you to join us!

05/07/2026

Women's Perspectives on Bacon's Rebellion, the 2nd lecture in our series Reconsidering Bacon's Rebellion at 350 Years, will take place at Bacon's Castle on Wed., May 13 at 6PM. Four experts will discuss how women were affected by Bacon's Rebellion. You won't want to miss this lively discussion.
Purchase your tickets for $15 in person or $5 virtual
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05/06/2026

We hope to see you for this fascinating discussion!

In one week, join us at Bacon's Castle for “Women’s Perspectives on Bacon’s Rebellion”, the second event in the Reconsidering Bacon's Rebellion at 350 Years series!

On May 13th at 6PM guests will enjoy a panel of expert historians and archaeologists as they discuss how women participated in, and were affected by, Bacon’s Rebellion 350 years ago. Bacon’s Castle will also be open before and after the lecture for an open house style tour with featured stops with our panel experts.

Purchase your in-person or virtual lecture tickets: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/preservationvirginia/items/720074/availability/2056843750/book/?full-items=yes&flow=1553860

“Reconsidering Bacon’s Rebellion at 350 Years” is a joint program series by Preservation Virginia, Historic Jamestowne/Jamestown Rediscovery, Jamestown Settlement & American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, the Pamunkey Indian Tribe & Reservation, The Rappahannock Tribe, and the Nottoway Indian Tribe of Virginia, Inc. (Official) with funding support from Virginia Humanities and W&M Strategic Cultural Partnerships.

05/04/2026

Are you a birder? Join with other enthusiasts to see what's flying around at Bacon's Castle .
May 9th at 9:30am
Included with general admission or $5 on its own
Birding at Bacon's Castle

05/02/2026

It's Derby Day!
Bacon's Castle has been home to many horses, including a particularly special mule named Kit.
Kit never qualified for the Derby but garnered significant appreciation and affection from his caretaker and friend Ira Goldie Price.

04/26/2026

Do you have an ancestor who lived or worked at Bacon's Castle? Please join us for Descendants Day on May 17th. See the spaces where they slept, dined, worked and lived daily life. Hear the latest research and updates on restoration and see the newest exhibit in the quarters for the enslaved. Purchase your tickets online.

It’s a family reunion! Do you have a connection to Bacon’s Castle? Did your ancestor live or work here? We have a day planned just for you and your family with special tours, an update on preservation projects and a chance to meet your distant relatives! We’d love for you to join us!