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DOWalk in Lincolnβs Final Footsteps
…and see the grand mansions Lincoln visited in the War’s final days. View pictures, videos, and learn new insights of Lincoln’s last weeks at www.walkinlincolnsfinalfootsteps.com. Lincoln Timeline President Abraham Lincoln…
BLOGHopewell Downtown Partnership Receives 2017 National Main Street Accreditation
…Since 1980, communities participating in the program have leveraged more than $71.35 billion in new public and private investment, generated 583,869 net new jobs and 131,974 net new businesses, and…
BLOGSwift Creek Mill Theatre Celebrates 50 Days of LOVE with Two Special Couples
…VA 23834! Isn’t LOVE grand!!! Don’t miss Swift Creek Mill’s next play, Savannah Sipping Society, which will be such a fun play to see. It opens on June 1. …
Battle of the Bands 2023 at Harbor Blast
…on the event page. The Top 4 will compete LIVE at the Battle of the Bands competition. Buy a ticket (Eventbrite) in order to vote for the winner! Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/battle-of-the-bands-2023-tickets-510353861137?aff=ebdssbdestsearch…
BLOGPamplin Historical Park Offering $1 Admission Through Summer
…special events require additional fees. Call (804) 861-2408 or visit www.pamplinpark.org for more information on summer activities and $1 admission days throughout the summer. One of “Virginia’s Best Places to…
BLOGUS hotel RevPAR forecasted to drop 50.6% for 2020
…year.” A note to editors: All references to STR data and analysis should cite “STR” as the source. Please refrain from citing “STR, Inc.” “Smith Travel Research” or “STR Global”…
BLOGHopewell Downtown Partnership Receives 2016 National Main Street Accreditation
…economic development. Since 1980, communities participating in the program have leveraged more than $65.6 billion in new public and private investment, generated 556,960 net new jobs and 126,476 net new…
EATDixie Restaurant
…have to wait. Folks flock here for Biscuits and Gravy, Omelets, Grits, Country Ham with Fried Apples and Eggs amongst other classic breakfast items. At lunchtime, you can enjoy everything…
Blandford Church Museum & Cemetery in Petersburg, Virginia
…of eighteenth, nineteenth and twentieth-century gravestones, sculptures and decorative iron fences. Did You Know? America’s Memorial Day Holiday was inspired by events at Blandford Church Museum and Cemetery. Soon after…
DOBlandford Church Museum and Cemetery
…representing outstanding examples of eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth-century gravestones, sculptures, and decorative iron fences. Did You Know? America’s Memorial Day Holiday was inspired by events at Blandford Church Museum and…
Petersburg National Battlefield
…siege and its impact on the course of the Civil War. A driving tour of the battlefields includes 13 separate sites with three contact stations along a 37-mile route. http://www.nps.gov/pete/planyourvisit/upload/PETEmap1.pdf…
DOEastern Front Visitor Center And Driving Tour
…13 separate sites with three contact stations along a 37-mile route. http://www.nps.gov/pete/planyourvisit/upload/PETEmap1.pdf Park staff will answer questions and provide information to help you make the best use of your time….
DOPetersburg National Battlefield
…driving tour of the battlefields includes 13 separate sites with three contact stations along a 37-mile route. http://www.nps.gov/pete/planyourvisit/upload/PETEmap1.pdf Park staff will answer questions and provide information to help you make…
DOPocahontas Island
Black History Museum
…of the movement’s leaders. The area’s population of free blacks grew and gained a degree of economic independence. By 1860 Petersburg had one of the largest free African-American populations in…
BLOGPamplin Announces New Membership Program
…is also the site of The Breakthrough Battlefield of April 2, 1865 and America’s premiere participatory experience, Civil War Adventure Camp. For more information, please call 804-861-2408 or visit www.pamplinpark.org….
BLOGPART Hosts Group Tour Workshop
…craft distillery, parks, an amazing zoo, county fairs, live theater, hiking and biking trails, two rivers, marinas, agritourism opportunities, “big name concerts”, lots of outdoor concerts from spring through the…
DODinwiddie County Sports Complex
…County Sports Complex, a pet-free and smoke-free facility, established operations in June of 2011. The multipurpose facility is located within Dinwiddie County at 5850 R.B. Pamplin Drive, Sutherland, VA 23885….
Oysters, Barbecue…Battersea 2023
…rugs, and the wonderful work on the upstairs rooms (since last year!) Check out Petersburg’s lovely nearby Strawberry Hill or Ragland Mansion and make it a special weekend. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-battersea-oyster-roast-barbecue-tickets-719766409707?aff=ebdssbdestsearch…
Battersea Auction, Historic Trades Fair and Lectures
…to Battersea’s history & restoration. Bring a picnic, spend the day! Gates open at 10am; the auction begins at 1:30pm so get there early to preview all of the items….
DOPetersburg Company Walking Tours
…and discover 350 years of American history here! Children 10 & under may tour for free. Tour prices vary based on the day of the week so check out https://www.petersbugcompany.com….
Night of Fire at VA Motorsports Park
You need to come early; action starts Friday, with testing all day & racing starting at 8 pm. Saturday is the BIG Day with the fastest and most exciting racing….
The Art of Tiffany at Blandford Church in Petersburg
…The College of William and Mary and holds an MA in decorative art history from the University of Glasgow. She is currently Chief Educator at VMFA. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co/e/tiffany-lecture-tickets-667007717037?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete …
First Baptist Church in Petersburg, Virginia
…of community organization. It was the site of mass protest meetings, the origination point for civil rights marches, and the center for voter registration activities. SCHEDULE A TOUR: (804) 518-2004…
DOFirst Baptist Church
…First Baptist became the center of community organization. It was the site of mass protest meetings, the origination point for civil rights marches, and the center for voter registration activities….
The Great Appomattox River Raft Race & Festival 2023
…eat, drink, play games, and enjoy! There will be lots of vendors and raffles. This event benefits Homeless Pets in the area. Tickets are available on Eventbrite. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-great-appomattox-river-raft-race-and-festival-2023-tickets-160211303321 …
Battle Paddle 2024
…Pocahontas Island from 12:30 – 1:30. Discounts provided for 17 & younger, military, 1st responders & educators. Admission includes shuttles, morning snacks, lunch, T-shirt & time wristband. …
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Breakthrough Car Show At Pamplin Historical Park in Dinwiddie, Virginia
…or more, educational programs or inquire and book facility rentals can call (804) 861-2408 or email generalmailbox@pamplinpark.org. More information is also available for groups on the park’s website at www.pamplinpark.org….
DRINKAshton Creek Vineyard
…TASTINGS: $10 – Wine Tasting with a complimentary glass $15 – Wine & Cider with a complimentary glass Lunch is served and the menu includes: Soups, Salads, Sandwiches, and Tapas….