Tagged With "Richmond"
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Re: England's Thames Path: Kew Palace
Fascinating stop! As I seem to recall, George was one of your ancestors? Do I remember this correctly?
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Re: England's Thames Path: Kew Palace
"...George was one of your ancestors?" No, though no doubt related somehow. But he is a favorite, seems kinder & more interesting than most of them.
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Re: Strictly for the Birds...
While searching for some other photos, I came across these two that might have joined the birds above. One is a scene of well-mannered pigeons on a rail at the Musee Rodin in Paris, perhaps waiting their turn to annoy diners in the garden cafe; the other is yet another of those ironic meetings of statue-fied dignity with feathered pit stop...
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Maymont Mansion, Richmond, Virginia (Where Gumbo was #366)
Gumbo was visiting home of James and Sallie Dooley, known as Maymont. The mansion is located at 1700 Hampton Street, Richmond, Virginia.
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Sept. 5, 2016: Gaspesian British Heritage Village
Vivie stops at the Gaspesian British Heritage Village and shares the houses and antiques there that take us on a journey down memory lane.
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England’s Thames Path: Richmond to Kew
Onward for a 3rd day of walking along the Thames Path, PortMoresby is astonished to stumble into a remnant of historic Richmond Palace.
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England's Thames Path: Kew Palace
On the final day of this walk along the River Thames, PortMoresby pays a visit to Kew Palace, one of a number of fascinating attractions located within the Royal Botanic Gardens, just outside central London.
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England's Thames Path: Ham House & Garden
PortMoresby's walk along the Thames Path continues with a visit to one of the "most complete survivals of 17th century fashion and power."
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Agecroft Hall and Gardens, Virginia
George G shares a visit to beautiful Ashcroft Hall, a Tudor manor house which is more than 500 years old. It was built in England, purchased by an American, disassembled and later reconstructed in Virginia.
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Re: Sept. 5, 2016: Gaspesian British Heritage Village
Spectacular photos Vivie! I'd love to there next visit
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Re: England’s Thames Path: Richmond to Kew
I'm enjoying this stroll along the Thames with you. A pleasant walk in a beautiful place has become my favorite pass time, and I've got to do this walk down the Thames sometime soon. Thanks, PortMoresby!
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Re: England's Thames Path: Ham House & Garden
What a great place! You've convinced me to do one of these River walks. Better on the knees and so very interesting in so many ways!
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Re: England's Thames Path: Ham House & Garden
Just wait till next week when PortMoresby stumbles upon (drum roll) a famous Tudor palace she was sure no longer existed!
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Re: England's Thames Path: Ham House & Garden
Great collection of photos. A window on the past. Love your walks !
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The American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar, Richmond
Gumbo was visiting the American Civil War Museum in Richmond's old Tredegar factories, places where many of the supplies and weapons used by the confederacy were manufactured.
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Confederate Memorial Chapel, Richmond, Virginia
George G visits a historic Memorial Chapel in the state capital of Virginia, Richmond.
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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, Virginia
Jonathan L visits Richmond's wonderful Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
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Strictly for the Birds...
I’m sure there must be some place without birds, but I haven’t been there. And everywhere I have been, the birds have caught my attention....
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The Valentine, Richmond, Virginia
George G visits the Valentine Museum in Richmond, which is celebrating its 125th anniversary. The museum is filled with an interesting collection of American memorabilia.
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Wickham House, Richmond, Virginia
George G visits the Wickham house in Richmond, historic home of a colorful attorney who defended and helped acquit Aaron Burr.
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Re: Wickham House, Richmond, Virginia
I love to visit historic homes. Thank you for a look at this one in #Virginia!
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3 Cities You Should Travel to This Fall
Traveling in the fall offers cooler temperatures and a chance to experience local festivals and traditions in full swing. Some suggestions get help you get ready to explore, indulge, and make lasting memories this fall (sponsored content).