Bacon's Rebellion 350th Anniversary | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

Step back in time this Saturday at Henricus Historical Park as Chesterfield County celebrates the 350th anniversary of Nathaniel Bacon’s Rebellion—the first major insurrection in colonial America. Explore the explosive uprising sparked by Native policy, soaring taxes, and plummeting tobacco prices, which saw settlers burn Jamestown and clash with Governor Berkeley. Discover how this pivotal moment reshaped colonial society, impacting Native peoples, indentured servants, and free colonists alike. Experience living history demonstrations and deep-dive discussions on what came next—and why this…