Directions from Luray, Virginia to Petersburg, Virginia
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Lafayette and Cornwallis
Sightseeing – Ashland, Virginia
Inscription. The Marquis de Lafayette and his outnumbered colonial troops abandoned Richmond on 27 May 1781 to avoid Gen. Charles Cornwallis's approaching forces. Lafayette marched north from Richmond through Hanover County and likely ... More on HMDB
Federal Reserve Bank Money Museum, Richmond, VA
Museums – Richmond, Virginia
Federal Reserve Money Museum in Richmond, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum ... More on MuseumsUSA.org
The Cattle (Beefsteak) Raid
Landmarks – Waverly, Virginia
Inscription. One mile southwest, on September 16, 1864, General Wade Hampton's Confederate Cavalry herded about 2500 head of captured cattle across the Nottoway River, while two miles northwest, at Belsches' Mill, Federal troops sent ... More on HMDB
Historic Old Mill District
Landmarks – Fredericksburg, Virginia
Inscription. A Walking Tour of Fredericksburgs Historic Old Mill District: Fredericksburgs Historic Old Mill District dates its origins to the earliest settlers along the Rappahannock River. This w... More on HMDB
Walk Through History... Washington Avenue
Landmarks – Fredericksburg, Virginia
This residential neighborhood was once part of the 863-acre Kenmore Plantation. For years the only house was the Lewis mansion which was built in 1752. Located on the plantation and not far from t... More on Visitfred.com
Pleasant Point
Landmarks – Surry, Virginia
Inscription. Four miles north is Pleasant Point on James River. William Edwards patented land there in 1657, the house is ancient. Edwards was clerk of the General Court and a member of The House of Burgesses. , Erected 1947 by Virginia ... More on HMDB
Whiting's Advance Approximate Line of Whiting's Advance
Landmarks – Mechanicsville, Virginia
Inscription. Near this point, between the brigades of Martindale and Butterfield, Confederate forces first penetrated the main Federal position in the Battle of Gaines' Mill, June 27, 1862. The Fou... More on HMDB
St. Paul's Church
Landmarks – Petersburg, Virginia
Inscription. St. Paul's Church was built in 1856. Here Robert E. Lee and his staff worshipped during the siege of Petersburg, 1864-65. Lee attended the wedding of his son, W. H. F. Lee, in this chu... More on HMDB
Hopewell - City Point Early History Museum
History Museum – Hopewell, Virginia
City Point Early History Museum in Hopewell is located in a late 19th Century Catholic Navy Chapel. The museum ... More on PlanetWare
Ravaged Town
Landmarks – Fredericksburg, Virginia
Inscription. Fredericksburg had enjoyed more than a century of comfortable prosperity by 1860. Although its economic heydey was past, the towns elegant houses, numerous churches, and shady, tree-lined streets bespoke lingering wealth ... More on HMDB
Petersburg - Poplar Grove National Cemetery
National And State Parks – Petersburg, Virginia
The Poplar Grove National Cemetery is home to the casualties of the US Civil War. Located near Petersburg, the ... More on PlanetWare
Halfway House Restaurant
Restaurants – Richmond, Virginia
THE HALFWAY HOUSE IS A TRULY WONDERFUL PLACE TO HAVE DINNER. More on CitySearch
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For over 20 years, we have enjoyed dining at the Halfway House for special occasions. More on TripAdvisor
This is the most romantic restaurant in the Richmond/Tri-cities area. The ambience is conducive to couples.... More on CitySearch
Papa Johns International
Restaurants – Richmond, Virginia
Papa John's Pizza is a two star restaurant in Richmond. It's known for its pizza. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a casual atmosphere. ... More on Open List
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