We've been on vacation this week, taking day trips.
Wednesday we visited Jamestowne.
There are two sections in this tourist area - one is Jamestown (no "e") which is a hands-on re-creation of the John Smith settlement.
The other is Historic Jamestowne (with an "e"), which is the actual site of the original fort. Archeological digs are ongoing, but our family arrived one day a few years ago and were thrilled to find that Dr. William Kelso had located the pilings from the fort - and we saw them! Have you heard about their excavation of a well and finding the intact skeleton of what is believed to be Capt. Bartholomew Gosnold. The skeleton is currently on exhibit in the Smithsonian but is due back to its home in the Jamestowne Museum.
We're so lucky to live in history-rich Virginia. After our visit to Jamestowne, we took our first ride on the ferry to Surry - so much fun!
Then drove 20 miles north to eat dinner in one of Virginia's finest restaurants - The Virginia Diner in Wakefield.
The fabulous food was featured a few years ago
on The Food Network, and the waitress was delightful in answering
our questions about the excitement of the filming.
This was such a great day of fun for our family, one we hope to repeat soon.
Hugs ~ Mary
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Oh, I would love to visit that area and visit all of the wonderful historical places. Sounds like a fabulous day outing. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteI am missing Virginia so much right now! David and I spent most weekends exploring the historic sites. We also went down to Williamsburg as often as possible. Such a wonderful state!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Susan and Bentley
Oh, Was the Virginia Diner worth the trip? Would love to go!
ReplyDeleteThe Virginia Diner was SO worth the trip that we absolutely cannot wait to go back - the food is honestly unbelievable.
DeleteI'm glad you had such a good time. When my 34 yr old son was 10, I took both kids to Jamestown. (This was our first vacation with me alone as a single mom.) We made out just fine, and my son was a great navigator. ( That means he read the map. hehehe)
ReplyDeleteThere really is so much to see in Virginia..I used to live in Anandale..Close to DC..Still miss it sometimes..Miss the Bay too..Have lots of fun Mary..
ReplyDeleteI've never been to Virginia but I'd love to visit it and see both Janestownes!
ReplyDeleteThis is ON MY LIST of places to visit:) I love taking day trips! There are so many sites to see within driving distance! Why leave the state when you can see what is to see all around home! Have a blessed day dear friend, HUGS!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful trip. Definitely on my looooonnnng list of places to see someday.
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