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April, 2011
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150th Commemoration

Tour Virginia's battlefields, beginning with Manassas.Commemorate the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War and Emancipation with visits to historic sites and signature events, like the 150th Commemorative Reenactment of the Battle of First Manassas/Bull Run, July 23-24.

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Early Virginia

Archaeological dig at Historic Jamestowne. CameronDavidson@CameronDavidson.comWhat did the first settlers see when they landed in Virginia? Catch a glimpse at Historic Jamestowne, where excavation goes on daily.

Board replicas of the famed Godspeed, Susan Constant and Discovery ships at Jamestown Settlement. It will be a vacation of historic proportions!

Civil Rights in Education Heritage Trail

The Virginia Civil Rights Memorial, recognizes and celebrates Barbara Johns and her fellow students from the Robert Russo Moton High School for their struggle to gain equal rights for all.

Take a self-guided driving tour of 41 historically significant sites that tell the tale of civil rights in education.


» Civil Rights in Education Heritage Trail

Timeless Travel to the Fredericksburg Area

Visit the Fredericksburg area Civil War battlefields.

Trips from $76/night. Visit Washington's boyhood home, Civil war battlefields and the best golf, shops and dining in history.

This section sponsored by the Greater Fredericksburg Tourism Partnership.

More Than a Heritage Trail

Downtown Staunton

Spend time in the sweet towns along The Wilderness Road: Virginia's Heritage Migration Route. Great local food, quaint shops, and friendly people are hallmarks of this historic trek.

Featured Travel Packages  Featured Discounts
» B&B and Civil War Tour, New Market, $290
» Civil War Fredericksburg, from $95
» The Homestead Bed & Breakfast Pkg, $179+
» Montpelier Dig in Style Package, from $1,640
» $10 Off Natural Bridge & Caverns
» 20% Off Comfort Inn Pentagon City
» Third Night 1/2 Price in Warm Springs
» Weekday Getaway w/ FREEBIES, Harrisonburg
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