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Museums f 45 The museum is staffed by volunteers, generally on Fri. and Sat. from Apr.–Nov. from 10–2, or by request for groups. If the “open” flag is flying, you’re invited inside. Tompkins Cottage 43 Brickbat Rd. Mathews 725-3487 Near the Mathews Courthouse, is a typical tidewater cottage of the early 1800s. It houses a museum and headquarters of the Mathews Historical Society. The oldest wooden structure in the courthouse, it was used by Christopher Tompkins as a general store starting in 1816. The museum houses a permanent exhibit of Mathews history including information on Captain Sally Tompkins, the only woman officer in the Confederate Army. Also included is an area of changing exhibits, a county map, and a sales area offering publications concerning Mathews history and related gift items. Admission is free. Open Fri. and Sat. from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. through Oct. Middlesex Deltaville Maritime Museum and Holly Point Nature Park 287 Jackson Creek Rd. Deltaville 776-7200 The newest exhibit is “Middlesex in the Civil War 1861-1865” and will run until 2015. Artifacts and models from when Deltaville was the “Boat Building Capital of the Chesapeake” are on exhibit. The Johns’ Pavilion displays historic vessels such as the W. A. Johns, a 34-foot three-log bottom sailing canoe that has had a number of working lives in Deltaville waters. Also, displayed is an old 46 sora skiff once used for bird hunting in the Dragon Run, and several small skipjacks and deadrise workboats. The F. D. Crockett, a log bottom buyboat is at the museum’s Pierwalk as is the Explorer, a 30' reproduction of the shallop Captain John Smith used to explore and map Chesapeake Bay in 1608. In the boat shop visitors can see under construction a flatbottomed utility skiff typical of Deltaville boats of the past. In the park are picnic tables, walking trails, a sculpture garden, a kayak landing and a children’s garden. There is also a fishshaped wildflower meadow. On the fourth Sat. May-Nov. there is a Farmers’ Market with over 40 vendors, creek cruises, miniature horse rides and more. The nature park is open daily, dawn to dusk. The museum is open Tues.- Sat. 10–4 and Sun. 1–4. Middlesex County Museum 777 Gen. Puller Hwy. Saluda 758-3663 As one of the oldest county museums in the state of Virginia, the museum covers over 400 years of local history. Recently remodeled, our expanded exhibits feature a vast array of objects and items not seen together before: fossils and Indian artifacts, 19th Century textiles and clothing, a 1930’s country store, agricultural and industrial tools, historical money, toys and medical instruments. The exhibits contain stories of our past, including our African American history, Civil War, Revolutionary War, WWI, and WWII era, and tales of our most famous local resident, Lt. General “Chesty” Puller, the most decorated Ma- Reedville Fishermen’s Museum Preserving the Watermen’s Heritage 804-453-6529 Open Tues.–Sun. May-Oct. 504 Main St., Reedville, VA 22539 www.rfmuseum.org rine in corps history. The museum has local history books for sale and resource books for the public’s use in the research center. Open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wed.–Sat. . Northumberland Northern Neck Farm Museum 12705 Northumberland Hwy. Burgess 761-5952 Luther Welch donated the property and much of the equipment to create a museum to tell the history of farming in the Northern Neck. The big red barn houses a photographic exhibit of farms, an American Indian exhibit and farm equipment such as antique tractors, hand tools, planters, seed hullers and butter churns. Other exhibits include a children’s area and an exhibit on Northern Neck rural electrification. The gift shop features many items including a first edition collectible tractor and toys. Hours are Sat. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. and Sun. 1–4 p.m. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for students, and children under 12 are free. Reedville Fishermen’s Museum 504 Main St. Reedville 453-6529 The museum offers visitors a glimpse of the rich heritage of the fishermen and watermen of Virginia’s Northern Neck and the Chesapeake Bay. In addition to the main museum gallery housing its permanent and changing exhibits, the museum features the Pendleton Building with its boat and model workshops and the historic William Walker House. In the water, the museum showcases the Claud W. Somers, a 42foot skipjack built in 1911, which offers tours twice monthly, and the Elva C., a 55-foot traditional workboat built in 1922, which offers tours to members. The museum also offers a gift shop and is open Tues.–Sun. from 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. May through Oct. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and free for children under 12. www.rfmuseum.org Rice’s Hotel/ Hughlett’s Tavern 73 Monument Place Heathsville 580-3377 A 1700’s restored Tavern and community square, the site includes a gift shop, foundation office, blacksmith shop, woodworkers shop, spinning and weaving studio and Carriage House. The Transportation Museum Building houses a permanent exhibit of the Chicacoan Oak. The museum also offers a community room for rent and various classes in heritage arts. Gift Shop: Call for hours. 580- 3536. Blacksmith shop hours: Tues., Thurs., Sat. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Spinning and weaving studio hours: Wed. 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Quilt Guild hours: Tues. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Woodworkers studio hours: Fri. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Restaurant at the Tavern, call 580-7900. Tavern Foundation hours: Mon.–Thurs. 9 a.m.–noon. www.rhhtfoundation.org Richmond Menokin 4037 Menokin Rd. Warsaw Menokin was built c. 1769. It was the home of Independence signer Francis Lightfoot Lee. A partial ruin, the house provides a unique opportunity to see “behind the walls” of an 18th century mansion. The King Conservation and Visitors Center provides information on the history of the property and the architectural conservation work going on at Menokin. Hike trails to Cat Point Creek through the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge. From Apr.–Oct., open Mon.– Sat., 10 a.m.–4 p.m. From Nov.–March, open Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and weekends by appointment. Richmond County Museum 5874 East Richmond Rd. Warsaw 333-3607 The museum is in the county’s old jail, which was built in 1872. It includes three galleries, exhibit rooms and an office. The jail’s hanging chamber is also on the second floor. On permanent display is a scale model of the historic 1748 Richmond County Courthouse, the third oldest courthouse in Virginia, a collection of Forrest Patton photography and an old fashioned country store. Another exhibit features Francis Lightfoot Lee, signer of the Declaration of Independence. Open Wed.–Sat. from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Kentucky Derby Party at the at the Historic Rice’s Hotel / Hughlett’s Tavern Watch the race on big screen TV and bet on your favorite ponies. Sumptuous food, open bar, mint juleps, live Bluegrass music, live and silent auction. Tickets $35 per person, $65 per couple in advance; $40 at the gate. Dress for fun!
Westmoreland A.T. Johnson Museum 18849 Kings Hwy. Montross 493-7070 The museum preserves the history and legacy of education for African American students in the Northern Neck, especially in Westmoreland County. The museum is a depository for collections, artifacts, memorabilia, documents and other items related to education. Built in 1937 in the Colonial Revival style, A. T. Johnson High School was the fi rst public education facility serving African American students in Westmoreland. The school was named for Armstead Tasker Johnson, a black educator and community leader instrumental in its construction. Open on Sat.,10 a.m.–2 p.m., Sun., 2 p.m.–4 p.m. and other times by appointment. George Washington Birthplace National Monument 1732 Popes Creek Rd. Colonial Beach 224-1732 George Washington is among Westmoreland’s most famous native sons. Commander of the Continental Army, Revolutionary War hero and fi rst President of the United States, he professed to be fi rst and foremost a farmer. Open to the public 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission $3. 16 and under free. James Monroe Birthplace Museum and Visitor Center 4460 James Monroe Hwy. Colonial Beach 214-9145 Open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Admission is free. A picnic area is on the grounds and a canoe launch A ntique’n Specialty Shops, Antiques & Treasures BURGESS HOUSE, INC. An Eclectic Mix of Home Decor & Furniture “Old, New & In-Between” 16 Rooms of Treasurers Jewelry, Nautical & Collectibles. 80 Jessie Dupont Memorial Hwy. Burgess, VA 804 453-5900 Jean’s Bargain Center “Why Buy New When Used Will Do” Open Mon. – Fri., & Sat. 804-580-2850 Route 360 • Between Heathsville & Burgess Quilting, Apparel & Home Decor Fabrics Notions, Patterns, Custom Sewing and Classes 804-443-2154 158 Prince St., Tappahannock, VA Commonwealth Antiques and Appraisals, Inc. Antiques, Collectibles & Estate Sales 5150 Jessie Dupont Memorial Hwy. Wicomico Church, VA The General Store Antiques, Furniture, Primitives, China, Jewelry, Lamps Estate Sales & Appraisals 684A Jessie Dupont Highway Tues. - Sat. 10-5 Burgess, Va. 804-453-3066 6th Anniversary 20% off with this ad is at a dock on Monroe Creek. Kinsale Museum 449 Kinsale Rd. Kinsale 472-3001 The museum is dedicated to the preservation, collection, exhibition and interpretation of local history. It’s in a late 19th century barroom, which was used as a meat market in the 1920s; the old Ice Cream Parlor next door is being renovated by the Kinsale Foundation for gallery, library and meeting space. The 1909 Bank of Kinsale building stands just off the green t theR ivah A Multi-Dealer Mall located in Essex Square Shopping Center Come browse our store for furniture, glassware, jewelry, coins, trains and lots more! Civil War Artifacts Secondhand Rose Thrift, Antiques & Consignment New Junk Daily Tues to Sat 10-4 804-580-2084 Accepting New Consignments 1428 Hull Neck Rd. (Old Edwardsville Store) Museums beside the Kinsale Motor Corp. building (1919). Open Fri. and Sat. from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Museum at Colonial Beach 128 Hawthorne St. Colonial Beach 224-3379 It is housed in the former Hoffman Gas Building (c. 1893). The museum depicts Colonial Beach heritage through various artifacts. Emphasis is on the period from 1890 through 1958 when the town was a busy river tourism attraction that drew huge summer crowds. Material Girl Quilt Shop Supplies for Quilting Punch Needle Rug Hooking Classes (804) 453-6003 16658 Northumberland Hwy, Reedville www.materialgirlnn.com Carter’s Cottage Consignments Antiques, Home Accessories Collectibles, Furniture, Jewelry, Nice Things 804-776-7878 To advertise in this space call Marilyn at: 804-435-1701 Ext 11 47
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