Touring and Dining at Bushfield Manor near Nomini Creek
This 18th century home of George Washington’s brothe is now a lovely event venue, which I highly recommend for its beauty and attention to detail.
18th Century Virginia Musings
Category: 18th Century Virginia – Plantations
Berkeley Plantation home to American Independence and more
Berkeley Plantation’s story includes Thanksgiving, American Independence, Benedict Arnold’s revenge, the writing of Taps, and two American presidents!
Rippon Lodge, home of Virginia Patriot Thomas Blackburn
The youngest of his daughters, Julia Ann, married Supreme Court Justice Bushrod Washington who had inherited Mount Vernon.
Rosewell Plantation Fanciest 18th Century Virginia House
Built in the early 18th century, Rosewell was the finest house in Virginia, and twice as large as the Governor’s Palace in Williamsburg.
Shirley Plantation: Oldest family business in North America
While on the tour I learned that several major historical figures touched the destiny of this land: Lord De La Warr, the Carters, and the Lees.
The Harrisons, James River, and Berkeley Plantation
This oldest three story mansion in Virginias is home to the first Thanksgiving, signer of the Declaration of Independence, birthplace of a president, and taps.