Sites And Museums Of The American Revolution

America’s journey for liberation spanned many years and culminated in the American Revolution, a transatlantic war that changed the entire world. As the site of the earliest settlements and the birthplace of many notable American Revolution heroes, Virginia’s impact on the outcome of the war was especially significant. Discover the history of Colonial Virginia during the Revolution and how our Commonwealth led and eventually ended the fight for independence from British rule in America.

It’s no wonder Frommer’s has featured Virginia one of the “Best Places to Go in 2026,” just in time for America’s 250th birthday. As the nation prepares to celebrate this milestone, Virginia will be at the heart of the commemoration — honoring its pivotal role in the fight for independence and the founding of a new nation.

Go back in time and see what life was like for early settlers at Colonial Williamsburg, or discover how some of the first U.S. Presidents lived at Monticello, Mount Vernon, Montpelier, or Highland. Learn about the American Revolution and how Virginia helped shape the nation at these historic sites.