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Battery Dantzler Battery Dantzler was constructed at the northern end of the Howlett Line in May 1864 to stop Union naval forces from advancing up the James River to Richmond. Confederate forces engaged in several artillery duels with Union ironclads. View the Confederate earthworks and see the interpretive signs, photographs and observation deck overlooking the James River. Free admission. 820 Battery Dantzler Road Chesterfield, VA 23831 (804) 796-7121 www.chesterfieldhistory.com
Castlewood An early 19th-century home, Castlewood is the headquarters of the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia and houses the society’s library. Free admission.
Historic Chester ield Courthouse 10201 Iron Bridge Road Chesterfield, VA 23832 (804) 796-7121 www.chesterfieldhistory.com
Chester ield County Museum & Old Jail Built as a replica of the county’s 1750 Courthouse, Exhibits depict Virginia Native American culture, early European settlement of the area, the Revolutionary War and the
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Civil War, and the first ironworks and coal mines in America. The Old Jail, adjacent to the museum, was built in 1892 and housed prisoners for 70 years. The second floor features original iron-barred cells. 6813 Mimms Loop Chesterfield, VA 23832 (804) 768-7311 www.chesterfieldhistory.com
numerous exhibits. A viewing platform offers a sweeping vista of the James River and the battlefield. Free admission. 7600 Fort Darling Road Richmond, VA 23237 (Chesterfield County) (804) 796-7121 www.chesterfieldhistory.com
Dutch Gap Conservation Area Chester ieldTowne Center Macy’s, Barnes & Noble, J.C. Penney, Garden Ridge and Sears are the anchors for this major regional shopping center, which also offers over 100 retailers and specialty shops. Other national retailers and restaurants are very accessible along Midlothian Turnpike and Huguenot Road. 11500 Midlothian Turnpike North Chesterfield, VA 23235 (804) 794-4660 www.chesterfieldcenter.com
Dutch Gap Conservation Area, with the James River as a backdrop, is an 800plus-acre park that includes a bounty of woodlands, wetlands and waterways in eastern Chesterfield County. There is access to the James River by foot or by boat. Kayak tours, pontoon boat tours, hikes, campfire programs, and wildlife programs are also available. Free admission. 411 Coxendale Road Chester, VA 23831 (804) 748-1624 or (804) 748-1623 www.chesterfield.gov
Drewry’s Bluff Constructed in 1862, Fort Drewry on Drewry’s Bluff stood as a vital bastion blocking the progress of the U. S. Navy up the James River toward the Confederate capital of Richmond. A decisive battle on May 15, 1862, ended the Union naval threat to the capital city when defenders defeated the famous ironclad USS Monitor and four other warships. Today the fort survives intact, with a one mile walking trail and
Eppington Plantation Eppington Plantation, built around 1770, was the home of Francis Eppes VI, who married the half-sister of Thomas Jefferson’s wife, Martha. After his wife’s death in 1782, Jefferson brought two of his three daughters to live there while he served as Minister to France. Open to small groups by appointment only. 14201 Eppes Falls Road
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Chesterfield, VA 23838 (804) 751-4946 www.chesterfieldhistory.com
Falling Creek Ironworks Park This park in Chesterfield County is the site of the first ironworks in the New World that was built by English settlers between 1619 and 1622. 6407 Jefferson Davis Highway Richmond, VA 23234 (804) 751-4946 www.fallingcreekironworks.org
Henricus Historical Park Located in the 800-acre Dutch Gap Conservation Area, this park is a reconstruction of the 1611 Citie of Henricus, the second successful English settlement in the New World. Henricus was established in 1611 at a site Sir Thomas Dale found on a bluff overlooking one of the most scenic areas of the James River in what is today
Chesterfield County. Pocahontas, daughter of Chief Powhatan, spent much of her life near Henricus. It was here that tobacco crops were first grown and cultivated for sale in Europe. Costumed interpreters in this 32-acre living history museum transport you back to the days of Pocahontas and the early English settlers. A re-created Arrohateck Indian village demonstrates how native people lived. The Citie Center is a re-creation of the original English fort. 251 Henricus Park Road Chester, VA 23836 (804) 748-1613 www.henricus.org
Ironbridge Sports Park Ironbridge Sports Park offers a driving range and features grass tees and gas heaters for year-round comfort. There is an 18-hole miniature golf course with six ponds and a waterfall. The nine-station batting cage features fast and slow pitch softball and
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been transformed into a museum of period architecture and furnishings. 10020 Iron Bridge Road Chesterfield County, VA 23832 (804) 796-1479 www.chesterfieldhistory.com
Mid-Lothian Mines Metro Richmond Zoo baseball speeds. The Huckleberry Cafe & Catering is located in the park for casual family dining. 11400 Ironbridge Road Chester, VA 23831 (804) 748-7770 www.ironbridgesportspark.com
The first commercially mined coal in America came from Midlothian, where it was discovered on the James River about 1701. Free admission. 13301 North Woolridge Road Midlothian, VA 23114 (804) 796-7075 www.midlomines
Metro Richmond Zoo
Visit more than 600 animals representing 110 species from around the world. Gift shop Parker’s Battery and picnic pavillions on site. Located on the edge of the Bermuda 8300 Beaver Ridge Road Hundred peninsula between Richmond and Moseley, VA 23120 Petersburg, this site is a typical stretch of the (western Chesterfield County) Confederate “Howlett Line” that stood from (804) 739-5666 May 1864 into April 1865. Parker’s Battery www.metrorichmondzoo.com has a short walking trail through original fortifications. Pocahontas State Park 1801 Ware Bottom Spring Road Pocahontas State Park in Chesterfield County Chester, VA 23836 is Virginia’s largest, with over 7,900 acres, (804) 796-7121 making it an outdoor recreation lover’s dream www.chesterfieldhistory.com come true. Campers enjoy sites with electric and water hookups, restrooms, hot showers, Magnolia Grange grills and picnic tables and there are group This Federal-style mansion, built in 1822, has
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cabins, group campsites and picnic shelter available for rent. A very popular attraction is the pool and Aquatic Recreation Center. Two lakes are available for fishing and boating and the park rents canoes, kayaks, rowboats and paddleboats. Miles of trails are available for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Nature Center. Gift shop and camp store on site. 10301 State Park Road Chesterfield, VA 23832 (804) 796-4255 www.dcr.virginia.gov
Point of Rocks Park Three miles of trails, including a floating boardwalk, offer access to forest land, the Appomattox River and a tidal freshwater marsh – a wonderful venue for birding. There are also tennis courts and picnic facilities. 201 Enon Church Road, Chester, VA 23836 (804) 530-2459 www.chesterfield.gov
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Southside Speedway Southside Speedway is a 1/3-mile race track that hosts several types of races on Fridays during the summer months. 12800 Genito Road, Midlothian, VA 23112 (804) 744-2700 www.southsidespeedway.net
Sycamore Square Sycamore Square’s design is taken from a colonial village with 30+ shops and restaurants, along with the convenience of banks and a large grocery store in the center of the Village of Midlothian in western Chesterfield County. Midlothian Turnpike at Crowder Road Midlothian, VA 23113 www.shopsycamoresquare.com
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Fort Clifton Fort Clifton, positioned on a high bluff at the conuence of the Appomattox River and Swift Creek in Colonial Heights, was a Confederate stronghold during the Siege of Petersburg. The fort controlled navigation on the river north of Petersburg. Today it offers walking trails and a wildlife observation deck. Free admission. Located behind Tussing Elementary School 100 Brockwell Lane Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-9392 www.colonialheightsva.gov
Keystone Tractor Works Plan for a unique experience when you visit a 65,000-square-foot museum dedicated to more than 200 antique farm tractors and road trucks. The collection spans from 1915
Keystone Tractor Works to approximately 1960. Gift shop on site. 880 W. Roslyn Road Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 524-0020 www.keystonetractorworks.com
Old Brick House Built in 1685 by Richard Kennon, an English gentleman, it is considered the oldest brick house in the area and thought by some to be the oldest in Virginia.
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Tours by appointment. 131 Waterfront Drive Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-9476 or (804) 526-2695.
SouthparkMall Located at Exits 53 & 54 on I-95, Southpark Mall is a shopping destination. It is anchored by Macy’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, J. C. Penney and Sears, with more than 80 specialty shops. It is home to Regal Cinemas Stadium 16, a state-of-the-art movie theater complex. Surrounding the mall are most of the major national retailers, along with a variety of restaurants and four hotels. 230 Southpark Circle Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 526-3900 www.southparkmall.com
Swift Creek Mill Theatre Swift Creek Mill Theatre is housed in a 300-
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year-old grist mill. The theater presents a year-round series of well known musicals, dramas and comedies for families and adults. A buffet dinner is available. A Youth Series features productions that appeal to youth and student groups. 17401 Jefferson Davis Highway South Chesterfield, VA 23834 (804) 748-5203 www.swiftcreekmill.com
Violet Bank Museum This unique Federal-style home in Colonial Heights was originally built in 1777 but was destroyed by fire in 1805. Rebuilt in 1810, it served as headquarters for General Robert E. Lee during the Siege of Petersburg. Today the home is a superb example of Federal design and American interior decorative arts interpreting the period from 1815 to 1873 and displaying a wide array of Civil War era artifacts. It is on the National Register
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with Richmond was evacuated that night. A visitor contact station is staffed daily and a short driving tour is available to explore the battleďŹ eld in more detail. 9840 Courthouse Road Dinwiddie, VA 23841 (804) 469-4093.
Historic Dinwiddie County Courthouse Violet Bank Museum of Historic Places and is a Virginia Historic Landmark. 326 Royal Oak Avenue Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-9395 www.colonialheightsva.gov
White Bank Park The park consists of 22 acres overlooking Swift Creek in Colonial Heights. There are two picnic pavilions that accommodate large groups and smaller shelters for family picnics. There is a boat ramp and ďŹ shing pier, along with other amenities including a disc golf course, playground, volleyball court and horseshoe pits. 400 White Bank Park Road Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-9392 or (804) 520-9390 www.colonial-heights.com
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Five Forks Battle ield By the spring of 1865, the last remaining supply line into Petersburg was the South Side Railroad. On April 1, 22,000 Union troops under Major General Philip H. Sheridan attacked and defeated 10,000 Confederate troops led by Major General George E. Pickett at Five Forks, an important road junction that protected the railroad. The next day Grant assaulted Petersburg, which along
Built in 1851, the historic Dinwiddie County Courthouse was the headquarters of Union General Philip H. Sheridan during the Battles of Dinwiddie and Five Forks. The Courthouse was active through 1998 and is currently a museum operated by the Dinwiddie Historical Society. 14101 Boydton Plank Road Dinwiddie, VA 23841 (804) 469-5346 www.dinwiddiehistoricalsociety.org
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Lucky Lake Gem & Mineral Mine of Virginia Prospect for gem stones using a modern flume line. Stones will be examined free of charge and can be cut and made into jewelry. Admission is free. 4125 Harpers Road McKenney, VA 23872 (804) 478-5468 Reservations: (804) 526-6121 or (804) 721-6121 www.luckylakeva.com
Pamplin Historical Park and The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier Pamplin Historical Park offers a comprehensive exploration of the Civil War. The park’s 422-acre campus in Dinwiddie County features four award-winning museums, four historic homes, costumed living history demonstrations, guided tours and the Breakthrough Battlefield of April 2, 1865.
Historic Dinwiddie County Courthouse It presents the everyday life of Civil War soldiers and free and enslaved antebellum Southerners in the context of original historic homes and recreated 19th-century environments. There is also an overnight Civil War
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Adventure Camp available for adults and children. Gift shop on site. 6125 Boydton Plank Road Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 861-2408 or toll free 1-877-PAMPLIN www.pamplinpark.org
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Army Ordnance The move of the U.S. Army Ordnance Center & School from Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland to Fort Lee, Virginia brought with it huge tanks and artillery pieces, which are visible on post.
The Theater Company at Fort Lee
VA Motorsports Park
Virginia Motorsports Park Virginia Motorsports Park is a state-of-the-art, 500-acre facility that features Drag Racing, Mud Bog, Motocross, Autocross, Truck and Tractor Pulls, and a Family ATV Park. The quarter-mile Drag Strip is home to a variety of drag racing events. It seats 23,000 spectators and has 60 acres of pit space. The park features a weekly drag racing program. The new Family All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Park offers over 250 acres of riding space, a pavilion, picnic area, snack bar, and showers. 8018 Boydton Plank Road Petersburg, VA 23803 (Dinwiddie County) (804) 862-3174 www.vmpdrag.com
The 596-seat theater building features a state-of-the-art surround sound system, new seats, carpet, flooring and much more. A new projector and screen allows not only live theater but the ability to show movies on the weekends. The Lee Playhouse operates live theater with evening and matinee performances open to the general public. Building 4300, Mahone Avenue Fort Lee, VA 23801 (804) 734-6629 www.leeplayhouse.com
The U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum Logistics, the art and science of moving tons of food, fuel, clothing and ammunitions to troops thousands of miles from home, has been a function of the U.S. Army throughout its history. This fascinating story is told only at Fort Lee’s U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum. Some of the museum’s significant artifacts include the nation’s first 50-star flag, General George Patton’s World War II jeep, General Ulysses S. Grant’s Civil War saddle
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Fort Lee Army Ordinance and General Dwight Eisenhower’s World War II field quarters. Free admission. Gift shop on site. Building 5218, 2100 A Avenue Fort Lee, VA 23801 (804) 734-4203 www.qmmuseum.lee.army.mil
The U.S. Army Women’s Museum The U.S. Army Women’s Museum honors women’s contributions to the Army from the
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Revolutionary War to the present, telling their stories with artifacts, interactive exhibits, educational programs, videos, dioramas, historical displays and photographs throughout the galleries, and with film presentations in the theater. Free admission. Gift shop on site. Building 5219, 2100 A Avenue Fort Lee, VA 23801 (804) 734-4327 www.awm.lee.army.mil U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum
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City Point National Cemetery The remains of both Union and Confederate
Appomattox River & Heritage Trail soldiers lie in this 6.7-acre cemetery near the The Friends of the Lower Appomattox River (FOLAR) has developed a series of Blueways (navigable water) and Greenways (hiking trails) that reveal the beauty of the Appomattox River. A detailed map showing water access sites and hiking trails is available at the Petersburg Visitors Center 19 Bollingbrook Street Petersburg, VA 23803 and at the Hopewell Visitors Center 4100 Oaklawn Boulevard Hopewell, VA 23860 or it can be downloaded at: www.craterpdc.org/environment/ coastal_resources.htm.
Beacon Theatre One of Hopewell’s most visible landmarks, the Beacon Theatre opened in 1928 and captured the hearts of filmgoers until its closing in 1981. An ambitious restoration effort, begun in 1987, has made it a one-of-a-kind entertainment and meetings venue. The facility hosts music acts, weddings, balls and corporate meetings. 401 North Main Street Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 446-3457 thebeacontheatreva.com Beacon Theatre
James River in Hopewell. More than 5,200 Federals are buried here, including at least 1,000 African-Americans who died fighting for the Union. The cemetery is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 10th Avenue and Davis Street Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 795-2031
The City Point Early History Museum at St. Dennis Chapel In 1887, Commander Dennis W. Mullan of the U.S. Navy arrived in City Point as the commander of seven iron-clad warships. Mullan and many of his men were Roman Catholics, so it was decided to construct a place of worship for them. The restored chapel was opened to the public in 1995. Today it is operated as a museum by the
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Historic Hopewell Foundation. Tours by appointment only. 609 Brown Avenue Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-4682 www.historichopewell.org
City Point Open Air Museum City Point, the oldest part of Hopewell, was founded in 1613 by Sir Thomas Dale for the Virginia Company. Its strategic location on a bluff overlooking the confluence of the James and Appomattox rivers ensured a key role in Virginia’s history. A self-guided walking tour highlights 25 historic homes and structures, with most focusing on City Point’s Civil War history. Outdoor storyboards located throughout the historic area enhance the visitor’s experience. Free admission. Tour brochure available at the: Hopewell Visitor Center 4100 Oaklawn Boulevard Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 541-2461 www.hopewellva.gov
Crystal Lake This beautiful park has a fishing pond, fountains, trails and pavilions to accommodate large or small groups. 3502 River Road Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 541-2353 www.hopewellva.gov
Soldier Lodgings at General Grant’s Headquarters at City Point
General Grant’s Headquarters at City Point & Appomattox Plantation While laying siege to Petersburg, Grant established his headquarters at City Point, a small port town at the confluence of the James and Appomattox rivers, that is now Hopewell. The Appomattox Plantation house is staffed year-round and provides an audio-visual program, tours of the house and Grant’s cabin, and self-guided walks around the point. 1001 Pecan Avenue Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-9504
Weston Plantation Weston Plantation is a three-story, 18thcentury Georgian mansion overlooking the Appomattox River in Hopewell. William and Christian Eppes Gilliam built this home in 1789. The tour includes all three floors,
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grounds and gardens, and a gift shop, “All Manor of Things.” 400 Weston Lane (off of 21st Avenue) Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-4682 www.historichopewell.org P E TE R SBURG
Battersea A rare example of American-Palladian architecture, Battersea was built in 1768. On April 25, 1781, British and American soldiers clashed in the Battle of Petersburg at Battersea. Tours by appointment. 29 West Bank Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 732-9882 www.batterseafound.org
Blandford Church and Cemetery Built in 1735 for colonial parishioners, this church was restored in the early 1900s as a memorial to Confederate soldiers. It is one of the few churches for which decorative stained-glass windows were completely executed under the direction of Louis Comfort Tiffany. The 15 stained-glass windows commemorate each of the 13 Confederate states, an additional window is of a cross and the other honors the group behind the effort, the Ladies Memorial Association of Petersburg. Admission fee charged. Gift shop on-site. 111 Rochell Lane Petersburg, VA 23803 804-733-2396 www.petersburgva.gov
Centre Hill Museum Built in 1823 by Robert Bolling IV, Centre Hill remained an opulent Petersburg residence until 1936. The home’s interior features outstanding examples of Greek Revival, Federal and Colonial Revival architecture.
Centre Hill Museum Guided tours share the mansion’s history, including its role during the Civil War and visits by Presidents Abraham Lincoln and William Howard Taft. You will also see decorative arts, memorabilia and photographs from the mansion’s archives. Gift shop on site. 1 Centre Hill Court Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 733-2401 www.petersburgva.gov
Eastern Front Visitor Center The Eastern Front Visitor Center features exhibits and audio-visual programs that introduce the story of the siege and its impact on the course of the Civil War. A highlight of the Eastern Front is the scene of one of the war’s most spectacular events, the Battle of the Crater. 5001 Siege Road Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 732-3531, ext. 200.
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Farmers Bank The Petersburg Visitors Center is housed in the 1817 Farmers Bank, one of the oldest surviving bank buildings in the nation. 19 Bollingbrook Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 733-2400 www.petersburgva.gov
Friday for the Arts! Experience art openings and live music as you stroll along the sidewalks in picturesque downtown Petersburg on the second Friday of each month. Restaurants and galleries stay open late for this premier nightlife event. Friday for the Arts! has solidified Petersburg’s place on the map as a thriving center for all types of creative expression. Work from hundreds of artists and musicians is showcased. Venues are within a short walking distance from one another. Call (804) 733-2400 for information.
Old Towne Petersburg Visiting Old Towne Petersburg is like stepping back into an 1800s movie set with cobblestone streets and national landmark buildings. In fact, this area has been used for many feature films and TV series, including Lincoln, Killing Lincoln,The Abolitionist and AMC’s newest drama, Turn. The historic buildings house boutiques, antiques, spas, specialty shops,art venues and specialty restaurants, making for a truly special experience. From 1-95 take Exit 52 and follow the Petersburg Visitor Center signs. (804) 733-2400 www.petersburgarea.org
Peter Jones Trading Station The ruins of one of Petersburg’s first buildings are at the intersection of Market and West Old streets in Old Towne. It is believed that a portion of the station dates back to the 17th century. It was used by
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early residents of Petersburg as a hub for trading along the Appomattox River. 508 McNeill’s Alley Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 732-2096
Petersburg Area Art League The Petersburg Area Art League showcases the works of local artists through exhibitions that change on the second Friday of each month to coincide with “Friday for the Arts!” in Old Towne Petersburg. Original works and prints are available for sale in the art shop. 7 E. Old Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 861-4611 www.paalart.com
Petersburg Courthouse The Petersburg Courthouse, built between 1837 and 1839, was the official Confederate headquarters during the Siege of Petersburg
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and continues to be used by the Circuit Court today. During the Siege, soldiers from both sides could see the courthouse clock from the trenches and they set their timepieces by it. The clock tower was a favorite target of Union artillerists, who poured an estimated 20,000 shells into the city. 7 Courthouse Avenue Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 733-2367
Petersburg Symphony Orchestra A treasured community musical offering that features some of the most talented musicians in the region. The Symphony Orchestra offers four concerts a year, between October and April. 19 Goodrich Avenue Petersburg, VA (804) 732-0999 www.psova.net
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Pocahontas Island This tiny island on the Appomattox River is thought to be Petersburg’s earliest predominantly African-American neighborhood. The Pocahontas Island/ Richard A. Stewart Museum houses a private collection of African-American artifacts from around the world. Tours by appointment. 224 Witten Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 861-8889 www.pocahontasislandmuseum.com
South Side Railroad Depot Directly north of the Farmer’s Market at 37 River Street in Old Towne Petersburg, South Side Depot is featured in a Mathew Brady photograph in 1865. The 1856 structure was a supply and staging area for the Confederate army. 37 River Street • Petersburg, VA 23803 804-733-2400
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The Ward Center for Contemporary Arts Housed in an historic structure built in 1858, the art center is a facility where local and regional artists create and showcase their work. The public is invited to view the ever-changing exhibits, meet the artists and purchase their works. The Art Center houses 85 studios. Free admission. 132-A N. Sycamore Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 252-9233 www.thewardcenter.com
Western Front Driving Tour This driving tour explores where the fighting took place for the Petersburg and Weldon Railroad and the Union Army’s attempts to sever the South Side rail line. Poplar Grove National Cemetery, in Dinwiddie County, is the final resting place for over 6,000 Federal soldiers who fell in battles from Petersburg to
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Lynchburg, and is a highlight of the tour. Cemetery: 8005 Vaughan Road Petersburg, VA 23803 P R I NC E GE G EO OR RG GE E C OU O U N TY
Appomattox River Regional Park This new park consists of over 50 acres of pristine woods on the river with 1.5 miles of trail – a perfect site for fishing and birding. There are picnic pavilions, a canoe/kayak launch and an observation pier. 1052 River Road, Hopewell, VA 23860 (Prince George County) (804) 458-6164 www.princegeorgeva.org
Merchants Hope Church Merchants Hope Church is believed to be one of the oldest active Episcopal churches in America. A prized possession is the church’s
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1639 Bible. Tours by appointment. 11500 Merchants Hope Road Prince George, VA 23875 (804) 458-1356 www.petersburgarea.org
Prince George County Regional Heritage Center The Heritage Center brings together centuries of artifacts and stories about one of Virginia’s most historic counties. The Center’s state-of-the-art exhibits tell the fascinating story of the County’s prehistory, Indian societies, English settlers, Czech-Slovak settlers, African-American history, wars, religions and education. Free admission. Gift shop on site. 6406 Courthouse Drive Prince George, VA 23875 (804) 863-0212 www.princegeorgevahistoricalsociety.org
Splat Brothers Paintball It is all about fun at Splatbrothers Paintball Park. Using the sport of paintball, we help you and your guests create lasting memories that are sure to spark a return visit in an attempt to capture that “Fun Factor” adrenaline rush that helps us all put a smile on our faces. 13908 James River Drive Hopewell, VA 23860 (Prince George County) (804) 452-2566 splatbrothers.com
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Swader’s Sports Park Swader’s is a family-friendly park that features two go-kart tracks: a Slick Track for drifting cars and a Grand Prix Track. Swader’s also features nine fast and slow pitch batting cages, two 18-hole miniature golf courses and a snack shop. Private rooms are available for birthday parties, meetings and banquets. Swader’s includes a 38,000-square-foot facility that houses Lasertron Laser Tag, Route 66 Bowling, a PlaySmart indoor playground, and 7,500 square feet of arcade gaming, as well as an XD Theatre, which provides a 4D motionsimulated thrill ride. 4725 Whitehill Boulevard Prince George, VA 23875 (804) 733-3700 www.swaders.com
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DI NING AND DINING AN D CONCESS CO NC ESS I ON ONS S I N T H E T R I -C I T I ES A AR R EA COLONIAL HEIGHTS
7 Eleven 617 Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-8245
Chick-Fil-A Southpark 384 Southpark Mall Colonial Heights, VA (804) 520-4785
Texas Roadhouse 2602 Conduit Road Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-4933
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar 1156 Temple Avenue Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 526-9464
Dante’s Pizzeria Italian Restaurant,. 2900 Cedar Lane Suite D Colonial Heights, VA 23834
Vincenzo’s Italian Restaurant 609 Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 526-7440
MPC-Virginia State University 20809 Second Avenue Petersburg, VA 23806 804-896-6232
Delicia’s Inc. 3635 Boulevard Suite A Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 504-5995
Wagstaff Steak House 3737 Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 526-7305
Uncle Dave’s Kettle Korn 4213 West Hundred Rd Box 5 Chester, VA 23831 (804) 748-0248
Firehouse Subs 334 Southpark Circle Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 524-9500
WalMart 671 Southpark Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 526-0844
Sheetz Restaurant/Convenience/ Gas Station 2711 Conduit Road Colonial Heights, Va 23834 (804) 526-9052
Golden Corral 2501 Conduit Road Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-4581
ZZAAM! Fresh Korean Grill 40 Southgate Circle Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 324-4622
Applebee’s 449 South Park Circle Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 526-6038 Arby’s 107 Temple Avenue Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-5280 Burger King 3116 Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 526-5612 Cakes and Moore Bakery Custom Cakes, Cookies, Pastries, Lunch, Bread 2112 Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 551-1621 Captain Tom’s Seafood 1717 Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 526-0005 Chick-Fil-A Colonial Heights 661 Southpark Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 524-4944
Lilly Pop’s Kitchen 204 Homestead Drive Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 930-4141 Los Bandidos 170 South Gate Square Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-5006 Lucky Pizza 652 Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 243-4343 Puerto Rican Bakery & Café 1410 Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 898-3096 Sibley And Son Bar-B-Q 880 West Roslyn Road Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 307-1484 Sweet Frog Colonial Heights 72 Southgate Square Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-6410 Swift Creek Mill Theatre 17401 Jefferson Davis Highway South Chesterfield, VA 23834 (804) 748-5203
DINWIDDIE
Little Italy Restaurant 10805 Rives Ave, McKenney Kin’s Wok Chinese Restaurant 14517 Boydton Plank Rd, Dinwiddie Brother’s Pizza 25809 Cox Rd, Petersburg Granny’s Kitchen 20205 Cox Rd, Sutherland IC Scoops 12106 Boydton Plank Rd C, Dinwiddie Giuseppe’s Pizza 7022 Boydton Plank Rd, Petersburg Joe’s Steak and Seafood 6324 Boydton Plank Rd, Petersburg Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant 4332 Westgate Dr, Petersburg SUBWAY®Restaurants 6460 Boydton Plank Rd, Petersburg
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The Boathouse at City Point 701 W. Randolph Road Hopewell, Virginia 23860 (804) 744-2545 K & L Barbecue 1410 Maple St. Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-4241 Shoney’s Family Restaurant 5310 Oaklawn Blvd. Hopewell, VA 23860 804-458-1237 Hopewell Quick Lunch 113 Hopewell St. Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-6526 Cavalier SquareShopping Center 327 Cavalier Square Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 541-7938 Captain D’s Seafood Restaurants 3911 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, Virginia 23860 (804) 346-3414 Upper Shirley Vineyards 600 Shirley Plantation Rd Charles City, VA 23030 (804) 829-9470 Catered Affairs By Shelby 3813 Johnson Road North Dinwiddie, VA 23805-9748 (804) 732-4215 Saucy’s Bar-B-Q 207 E City Point Rd Hopewell , VA 23860 (804) 504-3075 Dockside Restaurant 700 Jordan Point Rd. Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 541-2600
Cul’s Courthouse Grille 10801 Courthouse Rd. Charles City, VA 23030 (804) 829-2205 Subway Sandwiches/Salads 601 W. Randolph Rd Hopewell, VA 23860 804-541-8253
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Cesare’s Ristorante Italiano 13301 Rivers Bend Blvd. Chester, VA 23836 (804) 530-1047
Dragon Express 4201 Crossing Boulevard Hopewell, VA 23860 452-0588
Custard Kitchen Restaurant 6335 Courthouse Road Prince George, VA 23875 732-0990
Papa John’s Pizza 5113-A Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 452-7272
Dairy Queen 5201 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-0515
S&H Fast Food, Inc 5201 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 458-0515
Jerry’s Burger Spot 3815 Jefferson Park Road Hopewell, VA 23860 919-4803
What-A-Burger 1901 Advantage Drive Prince George, VA 23875 863-2233
Tands/ Bojangles’ 3519 Oaklawn Blvd. Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 452-4443
Bubba’s Chikin & Thangs 17607 James River Drive Disputanta, VA 23842 458-2445
Dunkin’ Donuts/Baskin Robbins 5113-B Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 458-9876
Denny’s 5111 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 452-2712
Rosa’s Italian Ristorante’ Pizzeria 4098 Oaklawn Blvd. Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-8744
El Nopal Mexican Restaurant 4118 Oaklawn Blvd. Hopewell, VA 23860 452-0901
Teriyaki Grill 6815 Commons Drive Prince George, VA 23875 861-0065
Little Caesar’s Pizza 3512 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 541-0000
River’s Bend Grill & Bar 13283 Rivers Bend Boulevard Chester, VA 23836 (804) 530-9953
Omega Bar & Grill 120 W City Point Road Hopewell, VA 23860 452-1755
Nanny’s Family BBQ 11900 S Crater Road S Prince George, VA 23805 733-6619
Bullets 7201 County Drive Disputanta, VA 23842 862-9900
Prince George Family Barbecue 4605 County Dr. Disputanta, VA 23842 (804) 732-3278
Kacha Thai Restaurant 5230 Oaklawn Boulevard Hopewell, VA 23860 458-2885
Pizza Shop 10115 James River Drive Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 452-2356
McDonald’s 3309 Oaklawn Blvd H opewell, VA 23860 458-0783
Top’s China 5236 Oaklawn Boulevard Hopewell, VA 23860 452-2292
Subway (County Drive) 4707 County Drive Disputanta, VA 23842 861-8212
Luca Italian Restaurant 6619 Courthouse Road Prince George, VA 23875 (804) 861-4887
Family Pizza & Subs 5201 Plaza Drive Hopewell, VA 23860 452-5551
Wendy’s (County Drive) 4610 County Drive Prince George, VA 23875 863-4618
Jolly Rogers 2510 Oaklawn Boulevard Hopewell, VA 23860 458-9100
Taco Bell 5322 Oaklawn Boulevard Hopewell, VA 23860 452-0796
Amore’ Pizzeria 4006 Prince George Drive Prince George , VA 23875 458-6200
Pizza Hut 5105 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 541-4141
Wendy’s 5103 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 541-1477
Hokkaido Steakhouse 4217 Crossings Boulevard Hopewell, VA 23860 458-8868
Bamboo Garden 4002 Prince George Drive Prince George, VA 23875 458-8822
Asian American 101 E Randolph Road Hopewell, VA 23860 541-8777
McDonald’s 5214 Oaklawn Boulevard Hopewell, VA 23860 458-6500
Leone’s Italian Restaurant 5234 Oaklawn Boulevard Hopewell, VA 23860 541-8855
Ruby Tuesday’s 5107 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 452-3713
Dragon Palace 306 Cavalier Square Hopewell, VA 23860 541-8988
Lighthouse Restaurant 11976 S Crater Road S Prince George, VA 23805 733-0811
Kanpai of Japan 5303 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 541-8853
Wing Town 323 Cavalier Square Hopewell, VA 23860 452-6111
The Anchor Room 307 S 15th Ave Hopewell, VA 23860 458-3341 Chanello’s Pizza 906 Crossings Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 452-2400
Carr Brothers Eatery 3100 Jackson Farm Road Hopewell, VA 23860 458-4144
Breez-In James River Drive 10101 James River Drive Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 415-2035
Subway (Prince George Drive) 5801 Prince George Drive Prince George, VA 23875 541-2838
Hardee’s 310 W Randolph Road Hopewell, VA 23860 458-0184 Sub Hut 332 Maryland Road Hopewell, VA 23860 541-0800
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Waffle House 5105 Plaza Drive Hopewell, VA 23860 452-0386
Alexander’s Fine Food 101 W. Bank Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 733-7134
Freda Mae’s 3849 South Crater Road Petersburg, va 23805 (804) 733-9396
Catered Affairs By Shelby Post Office Box 1714 Petersburg, VA 23805 804-732-4215
Burger King 203 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 458-0196
Tasteful Cuisine Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 299-1152
Longstreet’s 302 North Sycamore Street Petersburg, VA 23803 804-722-4372
Andrades International Restaurant 7 Bollingbrook Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 722-0344
Hardee’s 2915 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell, VA 23860 458-0360 PETERSBURG Old Towne’s Alibi 305 N. Sycamore St. Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 479-3566 Pop’s BBQ, LLC 3140 S. Crater Road Petersburg, VA 23805 (804) 733-6046 Maria’s @ 21 Old St 21 West Old Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 862-3100 Stix Flame Grill 133 N. Sycamore Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 431-2289
DJ’s Rajun Cajun & Steakhouse 3029 N Sycamore Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 704-8940 Wabi-Sabi, LLC 29 Bollingbrook St. Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 862-1365 Mo’s 719 high street Petersburg, VA 23803 (404) 542-6038 Perks Coffee Shop 8 W. Bank Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 732-0779 Trapezieum Brewing Company 423 3rd St Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 477-8703
Extreme Concession 3308 3rd Avenue Richmond, VA 23222 (804) 869-9244 Daiquiri Life Bar & Grill 22 Bolingbrook Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 861-4791 Dee’s Diner 106 N Sycamore Street Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 722-3441 Holiday Inn Petersburg North - Fort Lee 401 E. Roslyn Road Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-5880 Jus Cukn, LLC 3558 Hermintage Road Richmond, VA 23227 (804) 921-7068
Catered Affairs By Shelby 3813 Johnson Road Petersburg, VA 23805 804-732-4215
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Keep it Fresh, Keep it Local! Begin your weekend with a visit to the River Street Market in Petersburg each Saturday April through September with Special Holiday Markets throughout the season.
picked each market Morning), and joining it with art from Petersburg’s local arts scene.
Market is open from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., in the heart of Old Town Petersburg. This is a producers only arts and produce The River Street Market is a blend of arts, market. Enjoy fresh produce, handmade produce, and culture — bringing the freshest jewelry, honey, fresh meats/seafood, soaps, produce from the surrounding counties (often food trucks and much more.
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