In August 1619, “some 20 and odd” Africans arrived at Point Comfort, site of Fort Monroe in Hampton, after being forced from their villages in present-day Angola and pushed onto a Portuguese slave ship headed for the New World. Nearing its destination, the slave ship was confronted by two English…
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Join us during the month of July in the birthplace of American democracy at Jamestown for special programs, exhibits, and performances marking the 400 th anniversary of the First Representative Legislative Assembly in the New World. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND America’s first permanent English…
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Growing up in Virginia and knowing the amount of history that happened here is something I took for granted, as many do. School trips to places like Jamestown and Mount Vernon were never too far a drive, and even George Washington’s childhood home in Fredericksburg was only a stone’s throw…
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April is Vineyard Month in Virginia, and we think the best way to celebrate is with a perfect pairing of wine, cheese, and artisanal meats. We’ve compiled a pro-list of wineries, restaurants and shops offering the best of Virginia Wine paired with mouthwatering cheese and charcuterie plates. If we…
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We know that life gets busy (often very busy) and making time for a vacation is probably the last thing on your to-do list. But what if we said you can turn 15 days off into 47 vacation days this year? That’s right, just by tacking on a few of your PTO days to the holidays your company recognizes…
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Did you know there are more than 300 giant LOVE signs all across Virginia? These LOVE artworks, called LOVEworks, have popped up in almost every corner of the state and we think they are the perfect addition to your Valentine’s celebration. We’ve shared a few below, but you can find the entire list…
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Virginia’s Pride season is in full swing and we have even more festivals for you to mark your calendars! Not only are these events packed with food, music, and entertainment to fill your day, but their host cities are also bustling with more to pack in for a fun-filled weekend. Four of Virginia’s…
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The word “scenic” when describing Virginia can range from its lush Blue Ridge foothills to its winding byways and from its numerous rolling rivers out to the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. Without a doubt, there are hundreds of scenic wedding venues nestled throughout Virginia with picturesque…
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Within every Virginia vacation lies an opportunity to pair outdoor adventures, historic sites, beaches, or mountains with locally sourced cuisine, hand crafted beverages, or a glass of fine Virginia wine. We like the sound of a little history and a few wineries for a well-rounded Virginia vacation…
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