Articles for tag: James River, John Tyler, Richmond Va

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The Ghosts of Richmond, VA – Part 1 – Hollywood Cemetery

Life after death is assumed by those who have seen and heard some of the ghosts of Richmond, VA. Some claim the ghosts of past residents still reside in Richmond and surrounding areas. Hollywood Cemetery, resting place to both famous and infamous, notorious and beloved men, women, and children of all nationalities, is one of ...

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Free Things to Do in Richmond Virginia

Richmond is the capitol of Virginia. Richmond is very rich in historical significance. Patrick Henry declared, “Give me liberty or give me death” at St. Johns Church, which still stands today. Richmond was the capitol of the Confederacy during the Civil War as well. But Richmond is more than just history. Richmond is about life ...

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The Top Historic Tours in Richmond, VA

Richmond is home to countless historic landmarks, museums, Civil War battlefields, diverse neighborhoods and distinctive architecture. The top tours in Richmond that provide visitors a glimpse of Richmond’s rich history and it’s vision for the future are the Richmond Canal Cruise, the Museum and White House of the Confederacy, and the Discover Richmond Bus tour. ...

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James River Smallmouth Fishing

The upper James River in Virginia offers some of the best smallmouth fishing in the country. Fly fishermen and conventional fishermen both can enjoy the hard-fighting nature of the smallmouth in this absolutely beautiful river, which flows from the confluence of the Cowpasture and Jackson Rivers in Bath and Highland Counties, through Lynchburg and Richmond, ...

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What to Do in Hampton Roads, VA

Located in southeastern Virginia, Hampton Roads is the name of the large metro area where the James River enters into the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. The world’s largest natural harbor, is located in Hampton Roads. This harbor has played an important role in America’s history. The birthplace of America is actually in Hampton ...