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Why I’m Mesmerized and Haunted by the History of the Great American Chestnut

Once accounting for billions of trees in the Appalachians, the American chestnut became functionally extinct by the 1950s.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Apr 29
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Inspiring Ways Virginia Women Made History

by Megan Todaro
on Mar 27
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Explore the Chilling History of Sailor’s Creek Battlefield in Virginia

by Beth Copenhaver
on Dec 8
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The Story of This Abandoned Place in Leesburg, Virginia is Truly Fascinating

by Chris Dodge
on Oct 21
A creepy and eerie look at the Paxton Manor.
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This Up-and-Coming Virginia City Is Perfectly Located

by Kelly Carroll
on Oct 12
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I Watched American History Come Alive At Virginia’s Colonial Williamsburg

by Megan Shute
on Jul 2
A quiet street lined with historic homes and trees under a blue sky with fluffy clouds.
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Crossing This 198-Year-Old Bridge In Virginia Is Like Walking Through History

by Beth Copenhaver
on Feb 5
A stone arch bridge over a shallow creek, surrounded by lush green trees and foliage.
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125 Years Ago, Virginia Was Hit With One Of The Worst Blizzards In History

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jan 19
Vintage weather map showing various temperature lines and locations across the southeastern United States.
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Most People Didn’t Know That Hunting Camouflage Was Invented Right Here In Virginia

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jan 11
A hunter in camouflage gear uses binoculars to survey a mountainous landscape.
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Most People Don’t Know That Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’s Gravesite Is Found Right Here In Virginia

by Beth Copenhaver
on Dec 4
Black and white portrait of a woman with dark hair, resting her chin on her hand, looking thoughtfully at the camera.
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The Old-Fashioned Christmas Festival In Virginia That Will Take You On A Journey Back In Time

by Beth Copenhaver
on Nov 2
A glowing lantern hangs in the foreground, illuminating a dimly lit building with large windows in the background.
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Mother Nature Is Reclaiming These Abandoned Kilns In Virginia And It’s Eerily Fascinating

The Eagle Rock Lime Kilns in Virginia are abandoned structures that once played a significant role in lime production and now offer a fascinating glimpse into the past.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jul 24
Ruins of old stone structures surrounded by greenery, with trees and a hillside in the background.
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The Fascinating Archaeological Discovery That Put This Virginia State Park On The Map

A 15-million-year-old whale skeleton was discovered at Westmoreland State Park in Virginia, highlighting the park's rich archaeological significance.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jul 6
Two men use a tractor to lift a large object onto a dock over water, secured with ropes and straps.
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This 15th-Century Manor House Was Actually Built In England, Dismantled, And Brought To Virginia

Agecroft Hall, a Tudor manor house originally from England, now serves as a museum and garden in Richmond, Virginia.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jun 19
A picturesque scene of traditional Tudor-style houses surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
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Some People Don’t Know That Virginia Was The First To Do These 16 Things

Virginia has been a leader in innovation and invention, with numerous significant firsts originating from the state.

by Anna Strock
on Jul 11
Historic street scene featuring the Colonial Photo Dramas theater and vintage streetcars.