Mathews, Virginia, is a small and close-knit community of families. Men built ships and went to sea. Until recently, the primary occupations were farmer and waterman.

Sep 23, 2008 - Sara E. Lewis

Early automobiles and bicycles drive the Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike in this audio history that features old timers and historians talking about history.

Sep 28, 2010 - Mary Rayme

Whether you are visiting Virginia for the first time or have lived here all your life, take a look at some places in Virginia that will help you uncover history.

Aug 25, 2007 - Denise Oliveri

Jamestown Virginia is a living history museum with opportunities for families to enjoy hands-on fun while stepping back into the early days of Colonial America.

Apr 6, 2010 - Joanne LaSpina

Take your family spring break vacation in Virginia at the beach, or visit exciting Busch Gardens and Colonial Williamsburg. Better yet, split your time in both locales.

Jan 8, 2008 - Kara Williams

Eat and drink your way through history at the Gadsby's Tavern, now part of the American Whisky Trail, that witnessed much of the US's early history firsthand.

Jan 19, 2008 - Linda J Bottjer

Chincoteague Island, Virginia is best known as the home of "Misty of Chincoteague" and the famous Pony Swim held in July every year.

May 9, 2011 - Theresa Rogers

Caverns are truly a wonder of nature. If you are planning a visit to Virginia, be sure to see some of the spectacular caverns Virginia has to offer.

Sep 1, 2007 - Denise Oliveri

In 1897, an eight year old girl wrote a letter to the New York Sun asking if Santa Claus existed. The newspaper's response became part of America's holiday history.

Oct 17, 2008 - Alex Sharp

With everything from Confederate memorabilia to garden furniture for sale, Richmond's museums offer shopping opportunities galore for museum goers.

Mar 20, 2008 - Connie Emerson

In rural James City County near Williamsburg, Virginia, generations of farmer toiled on ancestral land to raise tobacco and later to supply produce to markets.

Nov 4, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

The story about the cherry tree and tossing a dollar across the river, if true, may have occurred here.

Nov 16, 2009 - Mike Virgintino

Virginia City is a historical reenactment that gives visitors a taste of what the old frontier was like.

Feb 15, 2010 - Katherine Kuzma-Beck

Why did racially biased books mainly directed against African Americans become so popular for primary school students in America?

Dec 28, 2009 - William Cook

Surrounded by the Blue Ridge mountains, Roanoke Valley in Virginia is the type of place that people go to get away from it all. Here are some must-see attractions.

Oct 2, 2009 - Claudine Williams

The theatre built in Williamsburg, Virginia in 1716 by William Levingston cited as the first in the colonies that later became the United States.

May 16, 2011 - Kathleen Airdrie

Colonial Williamsburg Virginia offers rich history and events that are truly amazing. Themed itineraries offer unique options.

Jul 4, 2010 - Joy Lynskey

Whether you live in Albany or Atlanta, chances are you felt some tremors or aftershock from the Virginia earthquake and have lived to tell the tale.

Aug 23, 2011 - Emily Walters