Christmas at the Creamery
…or 23. The Creamery is teaming up with the Dinwiddie Christmas Sharing Fund, and jackets, gloves & hats are being collected for children. Each family donating will receive 1 free…
STAYWeldan Farms
…trails or sit back & enjoy the beauty of the Virginia countryside. Two cottages are offered for your comfort of enjoying nature. Daniel Cottage is private, modern & comfortable with…
Dinwiddie County Christmas Parade at VA Motorsports Park
How much fun is this – Dinwiddie’s Winter Wonderland Christmas Parade will be held the Virginia Motorsports Park. There is plenty of space for parking and viewing the parade. There…
Wreaths Across America at Poplar Grove
On December 16, the public is invited to remember and recognize soldiers who died and honor America’s Armed Forces by helping to place wreaths on 700 graves in Poplar Grove…
“No Nobler Effort” – USCT in the Opening Assaults
…For many of the men, it was their first battle, but they entered the fray with more to prove than their white comrades. Join a ranger as we explore the…
STAYQuality Inn Petersburg-Fort Lee
…the site of the infamous Siege of Petersburg. View the breathtaking stained-glass windows commemorating confederate soldiers at the Old Blandford Church. Or take in the varied architecture inside the historic…
Veterans Day at Pamplin Historical Park
…a Cannon Fire Salute to honor all veterans from the American Revolution to present day. The program comprises a living history timeline of America’s Military with reenactors. Author A.I. Barnes…
Crater Days at Petersburg National Battlefield
…so stop in there where on Saturday there will be displays focused on the civilians’ experience during the Siege of Petersburg. Bring water, sunscreen and wear comfortable shoes & clothing….
Stories Within the Story: The Battle for the Weldon RR & Fort Wadsworth
…Flank Roads. The Battle of Weldon RR was one of the most strategically important battles of the 9 1/2 months Siege of Petersburg. Hear the words of the men who…
BLOGPetersburg National Battlefield To Expand
…authorizes, but does not pay for, the addition of more than 7,000 acres to the existing 2,700 acres of rolling hills, earthworks and siege lines already under protection at Petersburg….
Battle for the Burg: Open Mic
Battle for the ‘Burg! A Petersburg Tribute to #HipHop , #SpokenWord , and #Community #Power ! Saturday, February 10th #OpenMicNight at 1600a E Washington Street. 6pm to 8:30pm Doors open…
DOCity Point Open Air Museum
Featuring 25 Historic Homes and Structures City Point, the oldest part of Hopewell, was founded in 1613 by Sir Thomas Dale for the Virginia Company. Its strategic location on a…
The Great Appomattox River Raft Race & Festival 2023
…must apply by July 31st, and be River-Ready to Sea Test by August 11th. To apply, email HarborBlast@gmail.com. It is still great fun if you just want to come and…
DRINKAshton Creek Vineyard
…at a table inside or outside, when weather permits. While most of the grapes are now grown onsite, some come from further afield in Dinwiddie and up in the Charlottesville…
EATAshton Creek Vineyard
…at a table inside or outside, when weather permits. While most of the grapes are now grown onsite, some come from further afield in Dinwiddie and up in the Charlottesville…
DOHistoric Farmers Bank
One of the oldest bank buildings in the United States, the Farmers Bank of Petersburg was built in 1817. During the Siege of Petersburg, the building was hit by three…
Spectacle of Appalling Grandeur: Artillery Use at Petersburg
This driving tour at Petersburg National Battlefield will explain tactics and how cannons and mortars were used extensively throughout the Siege of Petersburg. You will also see how they were…
STAYThe Ragland Mansion
…was built in the 1850’s by Reuben Ragland, a wealthy entrepreneur and descendant of high Welsh nobility linked to the Tudor monarchy. It survived the siege of Petersburg during the…
VA Garden Week – Petersburg Garden Tour
…headquarters is Ragland Mansion, 10,000 sq. ft. Italianate residence that survived the Civil War Siege of Petersburg and served as the first Officers’ Club for Fort Lee, now Fort Gregg-Adams,…
Great Appomattox Duck Race & Fest
It’s time to get Ducky to benefit the homeless pets in our community. Adopt a Rubber Duck Now! Everyone is invited to come spend the day at the Festival and…
Dixie Softball World Series in Prince George, Virginia
…be found on our website: https://www.princegeorgecountyva.gov/visitors/2021_dixie_softball_world_series.php. Tickets for the tournament will be available to the general public at the tournament. Week-long adult tickets are $25, week-long kids (6-12) tickets are…
BLOGPART Hosts Group Tour Workshop
…Receptive Services talk about what group tour operators in the marketplace today are seeking and how she markets the Heart of Virginia to those companies. She is already including some…
Street Outlaws No Prep Kings are BACK!
…be contained in the parking areas until the gate opening time comes around. You can stay in your vehicle or stand in line at a walk-through gate or credential point….
EATBrother’s Pizza Italian Restaurant
Since coming to Virginia in the late 1970’s, the owners of Brothers Pizza, the Buffa family, have been committed to providing high-quality dining experiences to its patrons. Named in honor…
Revolutionary War, The Battle of Petersburg
Come hear historian William Welsch shine a light on the April 1781 British Army’s invasion of Petersburg, led by Major General William Phillips and Brig. General Benedict Arnold. Substantially outnumbered,…
DOMisty Morning Sunrise Farm
The Thomson family offers a warm smile and vast knowledge to visitors who come to their 42-acre farm in western Dinwiddie County. Visitors are provided the opportunity to experience life…
Voices from the Shadows
…fortune-tellers, enjoy live music, see soldiers coming under attack, and even see a field surgery. You may want to bring a flashlight. It is suggested that children be 6 years…
Riverside Vines Hosts Mother’s Day Luncheon
…Kids under 6 are free. Of course, their wonderful wines will be available. This venue is accessible by boat, and leashed dogs are always welcome. TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-luncheon-riverside-vines-tickets-875258039357?aff=erelpanelorg …
Riverside Vines Hosts Father’s Day Cookout & Cigar Bar
…Dads, and the winery is hosting a Barbecue Cookout & Cigar Bar with Live Music. Come on your boat if you like. Leashed dogs are always welcome. Tickets/Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fathers-day-cookout-cigar-bar-riverside-vines-tickets-878222646577 …
Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival 2023
…on Eventbrite or pay CASH at the door. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and ENJOY! No outside food or drinks and no pets in the festival area. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blues-brews-bbq-festival-2023-tickets-328162923137 …