Discover the history in Richmond, VA and explore fascinating historical sites, attractions, and museums. Learn about the region and its Civil War past.
The Historical Society of Washington County, VA is a hidden gem in genealogy. Not only are the volunteers helpful, they have taken time to answer questions that other places brush off. As a member of a long standing family history in Washington County, VA - the...
festival — now in its 33rd year — as well as the City of Virginia Beach and its citizens. They raised private funds and commissioned Richmond artist and sculptor Paul DiPasquale, who not only designed and created the massive statue, but accompanied it to China, where it was cast in ...
Eleven miles from the market town of Richmond, and a stone’s throw from Leyburn, the castle stands at the heart of Middleham, amid Wensleydale’s rolling hills. The visitor’s first impression, on approaching its cavernous gatehouse, is that these ruins have witnessed the very essence of h...
During theSeven Days Battlesnear Richmond, Va., the Confederate Army drove the Union Army down the Virginia peninsula. Many men threw away their guns to lighten their load while retreating. Willie hung on to his drum and brought it safely to Harrison’s Landing. ...
Lyda Estate--HISTORICAL PROPERTIES in AMELIA COUNTY, VA "The Dalby House" & "Bethel Meeting House" (circa 1820) -- 1.91 +/- acres (2 parcels) -- Located only .2 mile off of Rt. 360, 7 miles to Amelia Courthouse, 18 miles to Farmville, VA, and just a short drive to Richmond &...
Many cities still include remains of previous forests and trees that should be actively managed and preserved, namely in urban parks or woodlots [3]. Moreover, botanical and environmental awareness will be better raised among the community by providing education and places to learn about the ...
On Feb. 1, 1960, four Black students from the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical College, Joseph McNeil, Franklin McCain, David Richmond and Ezell Blair Jr., sat down at the counter of a Woolworth's and asked to be served. They knew they wouldn't be, because the lunch counter at...
Katerina Dunne is the pen-name of Katerina Vavoulidou. Originally from Athens, Greece, Katerina has been living in Ireland since 1999. She has a degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Athens, an MA in Film Studies from University College Dublin and an MPhil in Medie...