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On-Site  Kings Dominion Theme Park
1 mile from The Meadow Event Park
5 miles from Patrick Henry Home in Scotchtown
6 miles from Randolph Macon College
7 miles from Russell Stovers Candies Outlet
8 miles from Virginia Sports Complex
10 miles from Pendleton Golf Course
12 miles from The Virginia Bazaar (Open Sat. & Sun 9am - 5pm)
12 miles from the Virginia Center Commons Mall
14 miles from Mattaponi Springs Golf Club
20 miles from Virginia Commonwealth University / MCV
20 miles from Shockoe Slip-shopping, restaurants and nightlife
22 miles from Civil War Entrenchment and Cruise on the James River
24 miles from Great Room of Kenmore-18th Century Plantation and Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop
25 miles from Children's Museum, Confederate Soldiers Museum, Richmond/Fredericksburg, State Capitol, Universe Planetarium and Science Museum
28 miles from Virginia Museum
30 miles from Richmond International Airport
35 miles from Old Blandford Church and Petersburg National Battlefield
60 miles from Colonial Williamsburg
62 miles from Potomac Mills
75 miles from Washington D.C.

Scotchtown
Patrick Henry's home during his most active political years.  On August 28, 1774, Henry left to attend the First Continental Congress in Philadelphia as one of thte Virginia delegates.  In March of 1775, Henry rode from Scotchtown to Richmond where he made his famous "Liberty of Death" speech.  On June 29, 1776, he was elected the first Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia.  The Manor House, law office, kitchen and guest house have been restored and furnished with 18th century antiques.  Daily tours are offered April through October from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM west of Ashland on Route 54.  (804) 227-3500
 

Shockoe Slip
Established as a trading post in the 17th century, the "Birthplace of Richmond" is still an important commercial center today.  Named for a narrow passage on 13th Street used to move goods to the Kenawha Canal for shipping, the "Slips's" illustrious history dates from 1607 when the era was claimed for King James.  Nestled amidst the modern downtown buildings, today's Shockoe Slip Historic District comprises nine blocks of tree-lined brick sidewalks, cobblestone streets and beautifully restored buildings with an assortment of shops, restaurants and fun entertainment in the Heart of Downtown Richmond.
 

Science Museum of Virginia
Have fun with Science while learning at the same time with more than 250 hands-on exhibits.  Permanent exhibitions include aerospace, astronomy, physical sciences, computers and the Foucault Pendulum, which demonstrates teh graphics projection system.  This system combines with over 100 special effects projectors and a 108-speaker system to present a fantastic experience at 2500 W. Broad Street.  (804) 367-6552 

Museum of Confederacy
Housing the largest Confederate collection in existence including some of the most significant belongings of General Robert E. Lee, "Stonewall" Jackson and J.E.B. Stuart.  Much of the collection consists of objects used by the common soldiers of the Confederacy.  The White House of Confederacy, home of Confederate President Jefferson Davis, is located adjacent to the museum at Twelfth and Clay.  It has been restored to its wartime appearance.  The museum gift shop features unique gift items and a large variety of Confederate memorabilia and souvenirs, all at 12th & Clay Streets.  (804) 649-1861

Valentine Museum
Costumes, textiles, decorative and fine arts, and photography recreate Richmond's past.  Exhibitions on changing topics and the Wickham-Valentine House, a National Historic Landmark with formal gardens, reveal the growth of Richmond from a Colonial port of the James River to the capital of Virginia and the Confederacy, and into the 20th century.  The unique children's gallery includes a one-room schoolhouse and is located at 1015 East Clay Street.  (804) 649-0711

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16102 Theme Parkway
Doswell, Virginia, 23047 U.S.A.
Phone: (804) 876-3321
Fax: (804) 876-3182

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