The Oscar-winning film Lincoln portrays one of our nation's most memorable presidents in a difficult period of his life. As the Civil War rages on, he fights with his cabinet when it comes to emancipation of slaves. Daniel Day Lewis stars alongside Sally Field, Tommy Lee Jones, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and James Spader. Specific scenes were filmed at the Virginia State … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Lincoln
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Gameday Guide to Charlottesville, Virginia
College football season is upon us and no matter what team you root for, the region has so many great college towns with plenty to offer beyond the campus. This guide comes from Charlottesville, Virginia, one of the nation's oldest college towns, dating back to its establishment by Thomas Jefferson in 1819. Inspired by the universities of England, the University of Virginia … [Read more...] about Gameday Guide to Charlottesville, Virginia
Where to Find Street Art in Richmond
Richmond, Virginia, is far more than a city with ties to early American history. The young people who have attended nearby universities, like Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Virginia, have brought with them an arts culture, brightening up otherwise bland walls around the city. Thanks to the Richmond Mural Festival, an annual event, and other similar … [Read more...] about Where to Find Street Art in Richmond
Where to Go (in the South) in 2018
It’s the time of year when we start planning upcoming adventures. There are so many places I recommend visiting in the South, but 2018 will be an important year for many reasons. Each of these destinations has been thoughtfully selected for what is new and exciting in the state. This list also serves as a personal bucket list for places we need to write about! So start … [Read more...] about Where to Go (in the South) in 2018
Visiting the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Set in Richmond's Museum District, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is a sprawling facility that spans through hundreds of years of art history. They offer both guided tours and independent wandering for art lovers. Created to benefit and educate residents of the state, it was first established in 1936 in the English Renaissance building that still stands. Additional wings … [Read more...] about Visiting the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
