Gold in Virginia- It’s Not Just a California Thing

Eureka! Gold in Virginia Until recently, I always believed that California was the end all be all in gold production for the United States.  I never imagined that there would be gold in Virginia.  In school, history class was ripe

Art in Fredericksburg, Virgina

Historical Fredericksburg Fredericksburg, Virginia, situated halfway between Richmond and Washington, DC, is a small city, rich with history.  It is impossible to walk down any of the streets in downtown Fredericksburg and not come across a building or structure that

Fort Harrison Civil War Camp

Living History at Fort Harrison This past weekend, the Richmond National Battlefield Park Service hosted a Living History event at Fort Harrison. Fort Harrison? You mean Fort Burnham? No… Yes…. Wait….  Ok, let me explain… During the Civil War, Fort

Top Things To Do In Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls State Park Niagara Falls….. Those 2 words instantly evoke thoughts of majestic and powerful waterfalls.  The Falls have long been a popular destination for Newlyweds and tourists alike, and for good reason.  Nothing can prepare you for how

Spotsylvania Battlefield: A Living History Event

Seeking Living History The Fredericksburg-Spotsylvania National Park Service recently hosted a living history event at the Spotsylvania Battlefield, commemorating the Battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse during the Civil War.  The NPS does a great job offering different events, for all types

James Monroe Museum

James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library I recently stumbled across the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library quite by accident.  I stopped to visit the Masonic cemetery next door and notice a large Entrance sign sitting adjacent the cemetery.  The

Historical Fredericksburg

Enjoying Historical Fredericksburg Many of the adventure posts recently have been in and around historical Fredericksburg, Virginia, and for good reason.  Fredericksburg is rich with Adventuring opportunities.  This past weekend, I decided to venture into downtown Fredericksburg to enjoy a