Discover regional travels, attractions, events, everyday adventures, and even fun facts!
Tag: Powhatan
There is a charming, quaint, coastal community in Mathews County, Virginia, often overlooked for its simplicity, elegance, and timelessness. Located at the mouth of the Piankatank River on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay and stretching a meager three to four miles long and two miles wide, Gwynn’s Island remains one of the state’s … Continue reading Gwynn’s Island: Virginia’s Hidden Historic Gem
It’s been nearly 159 years since Gen. Robert E. Lee formally surrendered to Gen. Ulysses S. Grant in Appomattox, Virginia. The date was April 9, in the aftermath of the fateful Battle of Appomattox Court House, instigating what would come to be known as the endgame of the American Civil War. Because word traveled much … Continue reading Appomattox History: Lee’s Surrender and Beyond
Did you know that the Friday after Thanksgiving is National Native American Heritage Day? Signed into legislation back in 2008, it is a civil holiday designed to honor the rich and cultural heritage of this continent’s earliest inhabitants, long predating European settlements and colonization. Maryland has long been nicknamed “America in Miniature,” owing to the … Continue reading Learning About Maryland’s Native American History and Heritage