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Grace Manor Inn: A wonderful overnight

Written by JDurso on July 9, 2006

  • The Inn is a historical gem, and the hosts, Albert and Dawn Schick, are gems as well. Our suite, the Fensterer-Davis, is as luxurious as it is spacious. Waiting for us in our room...
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A Wee Bit More...

Written by blueneptune_14 on July 9, 2005

  • This park is a very nice place to go with a family or group of friends. The park tends to lean more towards the family, not the complete thrill-seeker. There are some rides that can...
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Music Festivals and Events

Written by Carter on August 21, 2000

  • Downtown, Innsbrook"There have been as great souls unknown to fame as any of the most famous." - Ben Franklin, "Poor Richard's Almanac"Richmond's music scene is not bad. GWAR is from here, a former member of...
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George Washington's Canal

Written by Carter on August 21, 2000

  • Shockoe Slip"Many have been ruined by buying good bargains." - Ben Franklin, "Poor Richard's Almanac"Step off the cobblestones of Shockoe Slip and into a boat for a tranquil tour of the James River Canal. The...
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A Capitol Walk

The Square at Jefforson's Capitol

Written by Carter on August 21, 2000

  • Downtown"Wish not so much to live long as to live well." - Ben Franklin, "Poor Richard's Almanac"Just a short walk from Shockoe Bottom, Capitol Square is a local favorite spot for relaxing and picnic lunches....
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Monument Avenue

Written by Carter on July 30, 2000

  • The only avenue in the country declared a historic landmark, Monument lends majestic splendor to a drive or stroll downtown. Statues fill the center of this cobbled street for blocks. Their subjects include...

Virginia Recipes for a Cool Girl's Dinner for 2

Written by ecbvirginia on February 22, 2003

  • Before dinner Chesapeake Won-tons Separate one dozen won-ton wrappers. Fill with cooked crabmeat drizzled with lemon and cream cheese. Fry in peanut oil. Libbie Limeaides Absolute Citron Minute Maid Limeaide Gibson Girl Potatoes Bake 2 potatoes. Allow to cool. Hollow out...

Jackson Ward

Written by carterpage on February 22, 2003

  • This neighborhood, steeped in African-American history, is reminiscent of New Orleans with its elaborate cast-iron work and over 600 structures on the National Historic Register. Attractions in Jackson Ward include the Black History Museum and...

The Fan

Written by carterpage on February 22, 2003

  • This historic neighborhood is full of unique restaurants, bars, galleries, museums, parks, and shops. Turn-of-the-century homes, many designed with remarkable detail, line the streets. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as...

jvance

Written by jvance on May 3, 2001

  • Every schoolkid knows that the Old North Church of Boston was where the warning of British attack was displayed. "One if by land, two if by sea..." Maybe not...
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