Archer's Hope

The great Indian massacre of March 22, 1622, during which a quarter of the population of Virginia was slain came nearest to Jamestown here in a community known as Archer’s Hope. At the house of Ensign William Spense five persons were killed—John Fowler, William Richmond, Alexander Bale, William Fairfax and “the Tinker”.

This elongated overlook is located on a small rise along the James River shoreline. Specimen trees shade the long island separating the parking area from the Parkway. The rest of the area is predominantly open turf. 

Credits and Sources:

National Park Service