120 Old Hampton Lane Hampton, VA 23669

1-800-800-2202 www.visithampton.com hct@hamptoncvb.com See Old Point Comfort where the first Africans arrived in Virginia and Fort Monroe "Freedom's Fortress" where runaway slaves were protected during the Civil War. Many other landmarks and artifacts are on display in conjunction with Hampton University Museum and the Hampton History Museum. Hampton University Museum is the oldest and largest African American museum in the nation. The Hampton History Museum traces the region’s history from the Kecoughtan tribe through the present. Outreach programs through the University incorporate the importance of artifacts in historical and cultural context and exploring the relationship between form and meaning. They have a permanent exhibit of Native American artifacts on display. Open Monday through Friday from 9a.m. to 5p.m. and Sundays 1p.m.-5p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission is free to outdoor sites and the Hampton University Museum, admission to the Hampton History Museum is $5/adult, $4/seniors and children, free for children under 4.

1367 Colonial Parkway Jamestown, VA 23081

(757) 229-1733 www.historicjamestowne.org/ Ongoing archaeological excavations focus on the site of the earliest English settlement in North America. The remains of a fort dating to the first decade of the 17th century have been partially reconstructed and are interpreted via signs and guided tours. Exhibits focus on the Virginia Company period and reveal a new understanding of the relationship between English settlers and Virginia’s Indians. Artifacts are varied and represent a multitude of collected pieces from the buildings and surroundings of the area. A college level summer field school is offered annually. Excavations are accessible to the public from mid-March - mid-December, Monday - Friday, from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Admission is through Jamestown Island, Colonial National Historical Park open year-round except Christmas and New Year's Day. Admission is $10 for adults, children 15 and under are free.

P.O. Box 364 Surry, VA 23883

1-800-800-2202 www.apva.org/baconscastle baconscastle@preservationvirginia.org This circa 1665 brick house is the oldest structure in Virginia. Maintained as a house museum by the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities, the site has undergone extensive archaeological investigation. Near the house is a 1.5- acre garden which has been recreated based on the results of archaeological excavations. The garden is interpreted via signs and guided tours. The home reflects furnishings of daily life from 1711-1755. Much of the upstairs woodwork is original. Open April 1st – October 31st, Wednesday - Sunday, 12 P.M. to 5 P.M.; March and November weekends only, 12 P.M. to 5 P.M. (Closed July 4th) Other times and dates available by appointment. Admission: $8 for adults, $6 for senior citizens, $5 for children 6 to 18. Group rates and discounts are available.

P.O. Box 1776 Williamsburg, VA 23187-1776

(757)-229-1000 www.history.org Colonial Williamsburg is the world's largest outdoor living history museum, with a focus on everyday life in the colonial capital. Original research is conducted on 17th and 18th century colonial archaeology studying a variety of topics and relationships. It oversees the largest colonial era collection of artifacts in the nation, consisting of several million objects and fragments recovered over the sixty years of excavation. They also house a comparative database of archaebotanical and historic faunal collections, as well as 17th century material culture items. Ongoing excavations in the restored area are accessible to visitors each summer. Tours of the archaeology laboratory are offered four times each Tuesday to ticket holders. Two college-level archaeological field schools of five weeks each are offered each summer. Email mpoole@cwf.org for details. Colonial Williamsburg is open 365 days each year. Hours for the visitor’s center and exhibit buildings change seasonally. Call or visit the web site for current information and ticket plans.

362 Yorktown Road Newport News, VA 23603

(757)-887-1862 www.endview.org endview@nngov.com Archaeological work is ongoing with volunteer support. The site has survived three wars. It was restored to its 1862 appearance. Built in 1769 by William Harwood, the ‘T'- frame Georgian-style house renamed Endview in the 1850s, served as a Confederate hospital during the 1862 Peninsula Campaign. Surrounded by prime farmland, Harwood situated his home atop a little knoll with a spring at the base. The inviting location, with its abundance of game and fresh water had attracted bands of Native Americans as early as 1,200 BC. Archaeological evidence has shown that the later Woodland-Riverine tribes, popularly known as the Powhatan Confederation, seasonally occupied the area up to the time of the English settlement at Jamestown in 1607. Excavations continue to show occupation from the colonial era through the Civil War era. Multiple programs are available to students and adults that demonstrate the context of findings on the site. Hours of operation are Monday and Wednesday through Saturday from10a.m. to 4p.m. Sunday hours are 1p.m. to 5p.m. (Hours are different from January 1 to March 31 – call ahead) Admission: $6 per adult, $5 for seniors (62+) or groups of 15+, $4 for children (7-18), and children under 7 free.

National Park Service 1732 Popes Creek Road Washington’s Birthplace, VA 22443

(804) 224-1732 www.nps.gov/gewa/ Various sites on the property, dating to the 17th and 18th centuries, have been excavated since the 1930s. Exhibits with over a thousand artifacts recovered from the site of George Washington's birthplace and from the 17th century John Washington and Robert Brooks sites are on display in the visitor’s center. The footprint of the house where George Washington was born is demarcated and the site is interpreted by signs. Open year-round daily from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. (Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day) Admission: $4 ages 16 and above, free for children 15 and under. Cash or check only. Group rates are available.

6539 Main Street P.O. Box 1176 Gloucester, VA 23061

(804) 693-1234 www.co.gloucester.va.us/museum/historyhome.htm bdeal@gloucesterva.info The museum is located in the brick Botetourt Building, built ca. 1770 as a roadside tavern or ordinary. The museum has permanent, monthly, and special exhibits on the history of Gloucester County. A special Gloucester Archaeology exhibit is offered each October and November and various artifacts are on display year round. The second floor is devoted to a variety of topics tracing Gloucester from millions of years ago until the Civil War. It houses artifacts from “Paradise”, home of the Lee family and the archaeological findings from the Fairfield Plantation. Open Monday - Friday, 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. and Saturday, 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. (closed Sundays and holidays) Tours are arranged by appointment. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.

5872 Leedstown Road Oak Grove, VA 22443

(804) 224-8687 www.ipwine.com Ingleside Plantation Winery is one of the oldest and largest wineries in Virginia. Built in 1834, it has served as a boys' school, known as Washington Academy, a Civil War garrison, a courthouse, and a dairy. For those interested in Native American history, Ingleside displays artifacts from various time periods. Open year-round Monday - Saturday, 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. and Sunday, noon to 5 P.M. Memorial Day through Labor Day hours are extended until 6 p.m. Closed on major holidays. Admission is free, with tours available at various times. Tastings require a fee.

103 Main Street Smithfield, VA 23430

(757) 357-7459 www.isleofwightus.net iowmuseum@isleofwightus.net The local history museum is located in a 1913 building constructed of Indiana limestone and Marvilla marble with a Tiffany-styled stained glass dome. Six galleries include theme and exhibits: prehistoric fossils and Native American artifacts, early Colonial life, watermen, the Civil War, country store, and the ham industry. Open year-round Monday - Saturday, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. and Sunday, 1P.M. to 5 P.M. Closed on major holidays. Free admission.

National Park Service Colonial National Historical Park P.O. Box 210 Yorktown, VA 23690-0210

(757) 229-1733 www.nps.gov/colo/ The site of the first permanent English settlement in America, the property has been the focus of archaeological investigations since the 1930s. Exhibits in the visitor’s center feature artifacts recovered from the 17th century town site, along with Native American artifacts. The sites are interpreted via signs and marked outlines of the building footprints. The driving tour examines various economic activities and resources from early settlement through the Civil War time period. Open year-round daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except Christmas and New Year's Day. Admission: $10 for adults, children 15 and under free. A $40 annual 12-month pass is good for passholders, adults, free for children under 15.

Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation P.O. Box 1607 Williamsburg, VA 23187

(888) 593-4682 www.historyisfun.org The Jamestown Settlement gallery describes and illustrates the European age of discovery and the social and economic conditions in England that led to the founding of Jamestown. The display also explores the world of the Powhatan Indians of coastal Virginia; and chronicles the first century of the colony. More than 100 artifacts from 17th-century Europe, Africa and Virginia Indian sites are exhibited; including portraits, documents, furnishings, household items, toys, maps, ceremonial and decorative objects, tools and weapons. Outside there are replicas of ships in 1607, life-size recreations of the colonists’ fort and Powhatan Village. Costumed historical interpreters describe and demonstrate daily life in the early 17th century conduct tours throughout the day. Open year-round daily from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M., (until 6 P.M. June 15 - August 15). Closed Christmas and New Year's Day. Admission: $14.00 for adults, $6.50 for youth ages 6 to 12. Group rates are available, as well as package rates for multiple site visits.

69 Market Street P.O. Box 193 Onancock, VA 23417

(757) 787-8012 www.kerplace.org kerplace@verizon.net Ker Place is a ca. 1800 Federal style house museum and the headquarters of the Eastern Shore of Virginia Historical Society. It is on the National Register of Historic Places and a Virginia Historic Landmark. The upstairs of the home includes a 1803 bedchamber exhibit with period furnishings and decorative arts. The cellar exhibit presents ceramics and personal items found during the archaeological investigations around the house. A one week history camp for 3rd and 4th graders is offered every summer in July. Open daily March 1 - December 24, Tuesday - Saturday, 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. Admission: $5 for adults, $2 for children under 17, $4 for AAA Members. It is free to members of the Historical Society. Discounts are available for group tours. Group tours and access other than times noted requires an appointment.

100 Museum Drive Newport News, VA 23606

(757) 591-7320 www.mariner.org webmaster@mariner.org The Mariner's Museum houses many unique maritime exhibits and collections focusing on artifacts and documents related to historical endeavors of the Chesapeake Bay area. There are a multitude of educational programs and tours focusing on the transatlantic trading, colonial shipbuilding and seafaring, piracy, and more. Great efforts have been made to track down the artifacts specifically related to Virginia, and there are currently over 35,000 in the collection garnered from all over the world. Immerse yourself in the study of underwater archaeology, marine salvage, shipwrecks, treasure, and wreck sites, especially the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary. Examine materials on salvage standards and practices, excavations, legal issues, and deep diving. Open Wednesday through Saturday from 10a.m. to 5p.m. and on Sundays noon to 5p.m. Closed most holidays. Admission: $12 for adults, $11 Seniors/Military/Students, $7 children 6-12, and children 5 and under are free. Admission is free for members. Discounts are available for group tours. Group tours and access other than times noted requires an appointment.

100 Museum Drive Newport News, VA 23606

(757) 591-7320 www.mariner.org webmaster@mariner.org The Mariner’s Museum houses many unique maritime exhibits and collections focusing on artifacts and documents related to historical endeavors of the Chesapeake Bay area. There are a multitude of educational programs and tours focusing on the transatlantic trading, colonial shipbuilding and seafaring, piracy, and more. Great efforts have been made to track down the artifacts specifically related to Virginia, and there are currently over 35,000 in the collection garnered from all over the world. Immerse yourself in the study of underwater archaeology, marine salvage, shipwrecks, treasure, and wreck sites, especially the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary. Examine materials on salvage standards and practices, excavations, legal issues, and deep diving. Open Wednesday through Saturday from 10a.m. to 5p.m. and on Sundays noon to 5p.m. Closed most holidays. Admission: $12 for adults, $11 Seniors/Military/Students, $7 children 6-12, and children 5 and under are free. Admission is free for members. Discounts are available for group tours. Group tours and access other than times noted requires an appointment.

8346 Mary Ball Road P.O. Box 97 Lancaster, VA 22503

(804) 462-7280 mbwm.org history@mbwm.org The museum is named in honor of the mother of George Washington who was born in Lancaster County. There are four to six exhibits each year focusing on the various aspects of Lancaster County and the three surrounding counties of the Northern Neck region. Several buildings on site focus on life within the context of the 18th and 19th centuries including the clerk’s office (c. 1797), old jail (c. 1820), Lancaster House and Steuart Blakemore Building (c.1900), and stocks. The Virginia Textile Collection contains over 500 items from the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries. It includes wedding and christening gowns, children's clothing, ladies' costumes, quilts, coverlets, headwear, footwear, and accessories. The Paper Collection consists of rare books, manuscripts, photographs, prints, correspondence, maps, and commercial books spanning over the last three centuries illuminating the history of Northern Neck families, regional commerce, social life, and local cultural traditions. There are currently over 8,000 items. The General Regional History Collection contains 2,000 items including furniture, glassware, ceramics, Early American tools, and Militaria. Museum Hours vary by season, but normal hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10A.M. to 4P.M. Check the website for updates. Admission is $2 per person. Group access and rates made by appointment.

Mattaponi Reservation Circle West Point, VA 23181

(804) 769-2229 mbwm.org history@mbwm.org This museum has an informal approach which focuses on the history of the Mattaponi Indians. Exhibits include Native American artifacts recovered from the property and the surrounding region. Some of these date back to 5,000 B.C. The most well known feature of their displays is believed to be the necklace belonging to Pocahontas. Open year-round daily from 9A.M. to 5 P.M. Admission: $2. Groups rates and tours available by appointment at (804) 769-2194.

2 High Street Portsmouth, VA 23704

(757) 393-8591 www.portsnavalmuseums.com The site is touted as the oldest and largest American naval yard in our nation’s history. Many of the most famous ships were built on the premises. In the museum, you’ll find beautiful ship models, uniforms, military artifacts and exhibits portraying life in 18th, 19th and 20th century Portsmouth. The nearby Lightship Portsmouth Museum is a National Historic Landmark and the ship’s quarters are fitted out realistically and filled with fascinating artifacts, uniforms, photographs, models, and more. Many lectures, programs, and tours are available as part of the museum’s events and outreach. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10a.m. to 5p.m. and on Sunday from 1p.m. to 5p.m. The museum is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Admission: $3 adults, $1 students, Discounts for seniors and military. Fees include entrance to the Lightship Portsmouth Museum also.

Ball Memorial Library and Museum 86 Back Street Heathsville, VA 22473

(804) 580-8581 mbwm.org history@mbwm.org This museum has an informal approach which focuses on the history of the Mattaponi Indians. Exhibits include Native American artifacts recovered from the property and the surrounding region. Some of these date back to 5,000 B.C. The most well known feature of their displays is believed to be the necklace belonging to Pocahontas. Open year-round daily from 9A.M. to 5 P.M. Admission: $2. Groups rates and tours available by appointment at (804) 769-2194.

175 Lay Landing Road King William, VA 23086

(804) 843-4792 www.pamunkey.net/museum.html The museum includes an extensive exhibit of Native American artifacts. Tools and other items are shown as they would have been seen and used by the Native Americans of that period. Original artifacts are displayed along with replicas based on the most up-to-date information on how things were made, handled, used, and worn out. They are based on four themes: the people, the natural environment, their settlement, and their subsistence ranging from early periods to the present. Other sources for the museum collection include Wahansacook and other tribal members, tribal collections, local collections, the Virginia Research Center of Archeology, archaeologists, and the Pamunkey Research Center. Open year-round, except for major holidays. Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays and all major holidays. Admission: $2.50 for adults, $1.75 for seniors, and $1.25 for children. Donations are accepted.

P.O. Box 884 5874 Richmond Road Warsaw, VA 22572

(804) 333-3607 www.co.richmond.va.us/museum.htm museum@co.richmond.va.us The museum is located in the two-story brick 1872 county jail. Three galleries tell the story of the county from prehistoric times to the present. The museum curates artifacts from a number of archaeological projects conducted in the county. Special exhibits and school programs are presented, primarily during October Archaeology Month. Other permanent and special exhibits include Rappahannock Indians of Richmond County, and Declaration of Independence Signer Francis Lightfoot Lee. Museum is open February 1 through mid-December on Wednesday - Saturday, 11 A.M. to 3 P.M. and by special arrangements. Closed on Monday, Tuesday and major holidays. Free admission

The Rosewell Foundation P.O. Box 1456 Gloucester, VA 23061

(804) 693-2585 www.rosewell.org information@rosewell.org The ruins of the circa 1725 mansion of John Page have been stabilized and are open to the public. Archaeological excavations have been carried out at the site, with artifacts from that work stored in the archaeology lab and on display in the visitor’s center. Open daily Monday - Saturday, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. and Sunday 1P.M. to 4 P.M. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Admission: $4 for adults, $2 for children ages 6 to 12, half price for student Time Travelers, and free for children 5 and under. Group admission and rates by appointment.

483 Great House Road Stratford, VA 22558

(804) 493-8038 www.stratfordhall.org info@stratfordhall.org This 18th century historic house museum and associated period outbuildings focuses on interpreting domestic life in colonial Virginia. The grounds have been subjected to extensive archaeological excavations beginning in the 1930s. The site of the Clifts Plantation, dating ca. 1670 to 1730, is marked and interpreted by signs; a small exhibit with a model of the Clifts Plantation and artifacts from the excavation is on display in the visitor’s center. A summer field school in May and June is offered annually in conjunction with the University of Mary Washington, with the seasonal excavations open to the public. Recent work has focused on the landscape of the area to get a better idea of how the grounds were used. Open daily from 9:30 A.M. to 4 P.M., except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Admission: $10 for adults, $9 for AAA Members and Seniors, $5 for children ages 6 to 11, free for children under 5. Discounts are available for 20 or more people

717 General Booth Boulevard Virginia Beach, VA 23451

(757) 425-3474 www.vmsm.com Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center is dedicated to educating the public about Virginia's marine environment. An exhibit area in the Marsh Pavilion Building focuses on the Native Americans who inhabited the region. Artifacts on display range from the Paleo-Indian to the Woodland and Contact Periods. Volunteer docents conduct informal interpretive programs for groups about the daily activities and lifestyle of the Powhatan Indians using artifacts as a part of this outreach. History and nature come together as you discover why Native Americans and the colonists were attracted to this area. Visit historic houses during the “Discover Tidewater” program and explore the rivers and trails that provided food, shelter, and protection to Virginia’s earliest settlers. Open daily, except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Aquarium Admission: $17 for adults, $16 for senior citizens, $12 for children ages 3 to 11, free for all members. These prices do not include admission to the IMAX or any other special event/activity. Group arrangements and rates are made by appointment.

P.O. Box 247 43 Court Square Montross, VA 22520-0247

(804) 493-8440 http://www.co.westmoreland.va.us/muindex.htm wcmuseum@verizon.net This museum focuses on the history of the Northern neck. Archaeological artifacts from Stratford Hall, birthplace of Robert E. Lee, and Wakefield, birthplace of George Washington are on display. The artifacts of Morgan Jones are on loan from the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Historic Resources. Open Monday through Saturday, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. from April 1 through October 31. Hours are reduced to 4P.M. from November 1 through March 31. Free admission, but contributions are accepted.

260 Water Street, Yorktown, VA 23690

(888) 593-4682 www.historyisfun.org A museum of the American Revolution and its aftermath, the facility includes a living history area featuring a Revolutionary War encampment and a post-Revolution farmstead. Indoor galleries focus on the Revolutionary War in America, with archaeological artifacts from the Yorktown vicinity included. One exhibit focuses on the archaeological study of a British vessel sunk in the York River during the Revolution, with many excavated artifacts on display. Open daily (except Christmas and New Year's Day) from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M., until 6 P.M. June 15 - August 15. Admission: $9.50 for adults, $5.25 for youth ages 6 to 12, free for children under 6.

214 Main Street Appomattox, VA 24522

(434) 352-8268 www.tourappomattox.com Appomattox County Historical Museum - Located in the Court House Square on Court Street, the museum is open April through October, Tuesday - Saturday, 10:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m.; Cost $2 per person; Contact (434) 352-8106. The Appomattox County Historical Museum was previously a jail started in 1895 and completed in 1897. It was the third jail to have been built in Appomattox County and was in continuous use until May 1981. The museum houses a turn-of-the-century one-room school, a doctor’s office, a jail cell, plus numerous artifacts and interesting memorabilia of the past. Open year-round Tuesday - Saturday, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. and Sunday 1P.M. to 4 P.M. (excluding major holidays). Appomattox Court House National Historical Park - Summer hours, daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Winter hours, daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; cost $3 per person age 17 and older ($4.00 during summer season), 16 and under free; Contact (434) 352-8987. Relive the drama of the closing days of the Civil War. Park personnel and slide presentations brief you on the background of the park at the visitor information center, located in the courthouse building. Your visit includes such highlights as the McLean House, where the actual surrender took place, the Clover Hill Tavern, where parole passes were printed, and the surrender triangle, where the stacking of arms occurred. Period re-enactors add an element of living history to your visit. You will feel the presence of Generals Lee and Grant as you walk the street of the restored village. Pamplin Pipe Factory - Located in Pamplin City; open by appointment - free admission. Contact: (434) 248-5778, Raymond Dickerson. The Pamplin Pipe Factory is one of the two facilities in Appomattox County listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its history dates back to the Appomatucks Indians and their cottage industry of clay pipes. The Pamplin Pipe Factory was built in 1880. It houses the original clay kiln which once produced one million clay pipes per month. The site also includes a museum which showcases Native American artworks.

3964 Fairystone Park Highway Bassett, VA 24055

(276) 629-9191 www.bassetthistoricalcenter.com The Bassett History Center works closely in cooperation with the Bassett Branch Library to document and exhibit artifacts and records from various time periods and contexts representative of the Henry County area. Many of the objects are on display and accompany documents related to their use and/or origination. Open year-round Monday through Thursday, 10 A.M. to 6 P.M. and Fridays – Saturdays 10P.M. to 2 P.M. (excluding major holidays). Admission is free.

201 E. Main Street Bedford, VA 24523

(540) 586-4520 www.bedfordvamuseum.org bccm-info@BedfordVAMuseum.org This history museum contains an Indian Room with Native American artifacts spanning 8,000 years of Bedford County history and Civil War relics. It also houses artifacts from the Revolutionary War, Civil War period, and World War I as well as other material culture items. Most of the collection is now computerized. Open year-around Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed holidays. The Museum is free and open to the public, but a $3.00 donation is suggested per adult. It is handicapped accessible.

115 North Main Street P.O. Box 937 Hillsville, Virginia 24343

(276) 728-4113 www.historicalsociety.chillsnet.org carrollmuseum@yahoo.com The museum exhibits material related to the 19th and 20th century history of Carroll County, Virginia. Prehistoric artifacts of Archaic and Woodland cultures reside there, as well as artifacts from the Texas House Hotel and Carroll County Courthouse excavations. There is an 1850s cabin reconstruction complete with typical domestic wares of pioneer settlers. There exhibits are open from 10:30A.M. - 4:00P.M. on Tuesday through Friday. On Saturday, hours are 10:00A.M. - 2:00P.M. Admission is free and donations are accepted.

P.O. Box 3339 600 Unruh Drive Radford, VA 24143

(276) 732-3496 www.aaheritageva.org/special%20projects/martinsville.php fahi2009@yahoo.com The Virginia Museum of Natural History in Martinsville seeks to increase understanding of and appreciation for the natural history of the Commonwealth through education, research, collections, publications and exhibits. Archaeological collections consist of prehistoric artifacts recovered from a variety of sites in the Commonwealth. In addition to museum exhibits, public programs in archaeology include Indian Education Kits that teachers can borrow, and numerous outreach education programs. The Virginia Museum of Natural History - an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution - is accredited by the American Association of Museums, a distinction earned by fewer than 10 percent of museums in the United States. The museum is a member of the Association of Science-Technology Centers, Virginia Association of Museums, Heritage Preservation, and is an agency of the Secretary of Natural Resources for the Commonwealth of Virginia. The museum is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is closed on Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Admission is $9 for adults, $7 for senior citizens and college students, and $5 for children and youth 3-18. Museum members and children under 3 receive free admission.

P.O. Box 3339 600 Unruh Drive, Radford, VA 24143

(540) 731-5031 www.radfordpl.org/glencoe/ info@glencoemuseum.org Glencoe, the home of Gabriel and Anne Wharton, was constructed in the 1870s and remained in the family until the early 1960s. The ornate Italianate brick house is operated by the Radford Heritage Foundation. Glencoe highlights the contributions of the Native Americans, early settlers, developing industries, and artisans to local history. Many wonderful artifacts from the Trigg site, a circa 1600-1675 contact-period Indian village, are on exhibit. Indian ceramics, pipes and shell ornaments, bone and stone tools, and European trade items tell the story of the Native Americans and their first encounter with the colonists. Open year-round Tuesday - Saturday, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. and Sunday 1P.M. to 4 P.M. (excluding major holidays). Admission is free, but memberships are available.

205 E. Tazewell Street

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115 W. Spillar Street Wytheville, VA 24382

(276) 223-3330 museums.wytheville.org/museums.htm museum@wytheville.org The museum building is the 1823 home of Dr. John Haller, the first resident physician in Wythe County. Many of the 1,400 objects and furnishings in the museum came from Dr. Haller and his descendants. Artifacts are exhibited from excavations on the Rock House grounds. Prehistoric artifacts from southwest Virginia will be on permanent display. The museum is open year round Monday - Friday, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. and every third Saturday of the month, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. Admission: $4 per adult, $2.00 per child.

3663 Crab Orchard Road Tazewell, VA 24651

(276) 988-6755 www.craborchardmuseum.com info@craborchardmuseum.org Historic Crab Orchard consists of an archaeological site and a museum devoted to interpreting the history of human settlement in the region, including 13 original log structures dating from the 18th and 19th centuries that have been relocated to the park. An exhibit on Native Americans is a visual interpretation of the results of excavations at the Crab Orchard site, a large late Woodland village. It displays artifacts from that site and a diorama depicting the village. A wide range of other historic period artifacts are also on display. Open Tuesday - Saturday, 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. and Sunday 1P.M. to 5P.M. (closed Memorial Day to Labor day) Admission: $4 per adult; children ages 7 to 12, $2 each; senior citizens, AAA Members, and Time Travelers; $3.

1000 Smithfield Plantation Road, Blacksburg, Virginia 24060

(540) 231-3947 www.smithfieldplantation.org Smithfield Plantation is the 18th century framed home of Colonel William Preston and his wife Susana Smith Preston. Built in 1774 on the edge of the frontier, the resident of this house played major roles in local and state politics, during both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. The Museum of Westward Expansion includes Native American artifacts from local sites, and historic artifacts found on the Smithfield site during archaeological investigations that located several outbuildings--the winter kitchen, a smokehouse, and the law office. A summer camp for kids offers four one-week sessions on Colonial life, including an archaeological dig where children learn the process of searching for historic clues at a site. Open from April through the first week in December on Monday-Saturday (closed Wednesday) from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. and on Sunday, 1P.M. to 5P.M. Tours begin every hour and half hour (lasts approximately one hour). Group and school tours are available year-round by appointment. Admission: $7 for adults, $4 for students, and $3 for children (including college id). Discounts are provided for members of AAA, APVA, and Time Travelers.

P.O. Box 1904 One Market Square Roanoke, VA 24008

(540) 231-3947 www.history-museum.org info.hswv@cox.net The exhibits at the Roanoke Valley History Museum depict the history of the Roanoke area. The Native American portion is presented through an examination of the local prehistory, using artifacts and sites studied within the Roanoke Valley and environs. It is also a part of the Crossroads to Settlement Wilderness Road which retraces the experience and journey of America’s settlers. Open year-round Tuesday - Friday, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. and on Saturday, 10 A.M. to 5 P.M.; Sunday, 1P.M. to 5 P.M. Admission: $3 for adults, $2 for seniors (60+) and children/students, free for children under 6.

P.O. Box 57 Natural Bridge, VA 24578

(800) 533-1410 www.naturalbridgeva. com info@naturalbridgeva.com In 1750, a young George Washington surveyed the Natural Bridge site for Lord Fairfax. Since then the property has been owned by Thomas Jefferson and Colonel Henry Parsons. Natural Bridge was one of the natural wonders of the New World that Europeans visited most during the 18th and 19th centuries. The Monacan Indian Nation of Virginia has constructed a living history village complex. Visitors step back in time 300 years and learn about Monacan canoe building, house construction, fishing, and gardening. Natural Bridge is open everyday from 8 A.M. to 6 P.M. The Monacan village is staffed April - November, 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. The village is open but unstaffed December - March. Admission for the Monacan Village, Natural Bridge, Nature Park, and Drama of Creation: $12 adults, $6 children, children under 5 free.

P.O. Box 910 Saltville, VA 24370

(276) 496-3633 www.museum-mid-app.org info@museum-mid-app.org The main hall of the Museum of the Middle Appalachians features an interactive model of the Saltville Valley. Surrounding the model are five permanent exhibits with the themes geology, the Ice Age, Woodland Indians, the Civil War, and Company Town. The Woodland Indian exhibit is an extensive collection of shell and bone ornamentation and other artifacts uncovered locally. Photographs of the Native American pictographs found on the rock face of a mountain in Tazewell County are also on display. The Civil War exhibits include a wide array of items left behind by the soldiers who fought in the two battles in the Saltville Valley. Open year-round Monday - Saturday, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.; Sunday 1P.M. to 4 P.M. Handicapped accessible. Admission: adults: $3, seniors: $2, children 6-12: $2, children under 6 free. Group rates are available.

52 West Main Street Pulaski, VA 24301

(540) 980-7750 The Old Pulaski County Courthouse, built in 1896 from rugged stone quarried from nearby Peak Creek, is the dominant landmark in Pulaski. It contains the New River Heritage exhibit of Native American artifacts from all periods, pictures and artifacts from early settlers, and articles related to railroads, schools, churches, and early industries of the area. Occasional programs for school children occur during Pulaski County special events. Open year-round Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and by special request. Guided tours are provided to the public the first Saturday of each month. Free admission

P.O. Drawer 1409 101 East Washington Street Lexington, Virginia 24450-1409

(540) 464-1058 www.rockhist.org rochist@hotmail.com Located in a half-block square of Lexington, Virginia the Society includes three historic buildings, gardens, and grounds representative of the late 1700s and 1800s. It collects historic furniture, artifacts, photographs, maps, documents, etc. to display in various exhibits in the Campbell House. Numerous programs and activities throughout the year encourage historic preservation and outreach. Summer Hours: Weds. through Fri. 10A.M. to 4P.M., Sat. and Sun. 1P.M. to 4P.M. Winter Hours: Weds. – Fri. 10A.M. to 1P.M. Admission is free.

801 E. Main Street Salem, VA 24153

(540) 389-6760 www.salemmuseum.org info@salemmuseum.org The Salem History Museum presents the history of the development of Salem. It is housed in the Brown House, a building typical of those serving travelers in the 19th century. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It presents an important collection of local artifacts, including the relics of the Civil War and mementos of daily life. One exhibit features the results of excavations at the Graham-White Site, a fourteenth and 15th century Contact Period Native American village site. It also houses local art work, presents workshops and programs, and maintains a historic herb garden. Currently closed ( since May 2009) for renovations/expansion. Group tours and programs provided through reservation in advance. Free admission

Center-in-the-Square Roanoke, VA 24011

(540) 342-5710 www.smwv.org The Science Museum is dedicated to making the understanding of science available to the general public. One exhibit depicts the ecological relationship of early humans, extinct mega-fauna, and the salt licks found in the Roanoke Valley. Open year-round (excluding major holidays) Tuesday - Saturday, 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. Sunday, 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. Handicapped accessible Admission: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $6 for children ages 3-12 (this price does not include the planetarium or megadome).

10 W. First Street, North P.O. Box 294 Big Stone Gap, VA 24219

(276) 523-1322 www.dcr.virginia.gov/parks/swvamus.htm swvamuseum@dcr.virginia.gov The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is housed in a four-story Victorian mansion built in the 1880s. The displays feature the early economic development of Southwest Virginia. More than 20,000 artifacts are in the collection, including Native American objects and late 1700s cultural items. It also houses an extensive natural and manmade garden with a National Audubon Society Sanctuary. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day: Monday - Thursday, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M..; Friday 9 A.M. to 4 P.M.; Saturday, 10 A.M. to 5 P.M.; Sunday 1P.M. to 5 P.M. From March through Memorial Day and After Labor Day - December 31: same hours as above, except closed Mondays. The Park is closed for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays as well as the months of January and February. Admission: $3 for adults, $2 for children ages 6 to 12, free for children under 6.

Box 419 Forest, VA 24551-0419

(434) 525-1806 www.poplarforest.org Poplar Forest is a 550-acre National Historic Landmark with a ca. 1806-1809 brick octagonal house, two early 19th century brick necessaries, and several later 19th century outbuildings. Sites dating from the Archaic Period to the 20th century are located on the property, but the ongoing archaeological field work focuses on the period of Thomas Jefferson's ownership from 1773 to 1826. Public programs include: (1) changing exhibits on display in the window of the archaeology laboratory; (2) an exhibit building marking the site of a circa 1790-1812 slave cabin with accompanying interpretive signs; (3) panel exhibits in the basement of the house focusing on archaeological processes and research; and (4) two self-guided walking tours on slave life and landscapes with brochures and signs (including a new handheld GPS ranger technology with maps and video recordings).Various outreach programs are available including on-site educational programs and special activities. Open daily except Tuesdays from April 1 - November 30 (excluding Thanksgiving Day), from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Archaeological field work is undertaken on-site year-round, but is most visible Monday – Friday during April through October. Admission: adults - $10, senior citizens and active military - $9, youth ages 6 to 11 - $2, youth ages 12 to 18 and college students - $5, children under six free. A discount is available for AAA members.

1001 Douglas Avenue Martinsville, VA 24112

(276) 666-8600 www.vmnh.net Virginia Museum of Natural History is a collections-based institution for natural history research and education. Archaeological collections consist of prehistoric artifacts recovered from a variety of sites in the Commonwealth. Current Exhibits focus on the Mesozoic Era incorporating tools and techniques used to excavate such materials. In addition to museum exhibits, public programs in archaeology include: (1) a week-long summer field session for early teens that provides training in archaeological methods; (2) a one-day program held annually in conjunction with Courthouse Day, offering exposure to archaeological excavation and Native American crafts; (3) a traveling exhibit on the archaeology of the Dan River People; (4) Indian Education Kits that teachers can borrow; (5) Indian Heritage Festival in September; and numerous outreach programs. Open year-round Tuesday - Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Closed on Sundays, Mondays and all Commonwealth of Virginia holidays. Admission: $9 for adults, $7 for senior citizens, $5 for youth, ages 3 to 18.

5240 Wilderness Road P.O. Box 373 Newbern, VA 24126-0373

(540) 674-4835 www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~vanrhs/wrrm/ The museum consists of a complex of 19th century structures and interprets the history of the New River area. The Harper Collection of Native American artifacts and historic artifacts from the late 19th century Back Creek Farm are on permanent display. It is in the process of restoring many of the buildings and incorporating more artifacts and documents from the 1810-1865 period of southwest Virginia history. It already houses the earliest records of Pulaski County with many archival and family record resources. Open year-round Monday - Saturday, 10:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. and on Sundays from 1:30P.M. until 4:30 P.M. (Closed major holidays). Admission: free, but donations accepted.

6394 N. Scenic Highway Bastian, VA 24314

(276) 688-3438 www.indianvillage.org info@indianvillage.org Owned and operated by the Bland County Historical Society, Wolf Creek Indian Village and Museum consists of a reconstructed Native American palisade village. It is based on the results of excavating the nearby archaeological site, which dates to ca. 1215 according to the results of radio-carbon testing. Guides dress in Native American attire and demonstrate the lifestyle and crafts of Late Woodland culture. The museum exhibits artifacts excavated from the village site, as well as from sites throughout southwestern Virginia. Open year-round Tuesday - Saturday from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M., with the exception of Thanksgiving Day, Christmas, New Year's Day, and heavy snow days. Admission for museum and village: $10 for adults, $6 for children ages 5 to 16. Various group rates and discounts are available. Located on Route 52 just off of Interstate 77 at exit 58, near Bastian, Virginia.

27 Ninth Street Lynchburg, VA 24504

(434) 845-1888 www.amazementsquare.org visitus@amazementsquare.com Amazement Square's exhibits and educational programs motivate children and adults to explore the arts and humanities, culture, science, and technology. Explore the rich culture of the Monacan Nation at “Indian Island” in an authentically created Monacan village. In a part of the exhibit called The Dig, make believe you are an archaeologist uncovering artifacts and reassemble them in the on-site Field House. Many interactive programs are available for children. In the exhibit “On the James”, you can pretend to be on a bateau in the 19th century wearing period costumes and experiencing the history of the region. Hours: Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. and on Sunday from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. Closed Mondays except during the Memorial Day through Labor Day season, when hours are from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. Family Fun Night is the second and fourth Saturday of every month from 5 P.M. – 8 P.M. with $3.00 admission. Admission: Free unlimited visits for members and children less than 2 years of age, $7 General Admission, $6 for senior citizens. For groups of 10 or more with 2 days of advance registration, rates are $4.50 (upon availability).

490 Tredeger Street Richmond, VA 23219-4328

(804) 780-1865 www.tredeger.org A National Historic Landmark and one-time heart of Confederate war production, the Center is now home to the main visitor center of the NPS Richmond National Battlefield Park and a new exhibit, "In the Cause of Liberty," which provides a national overview of the Civil War. The site offers visitors and students an engaging and interactive exploration of the Civil War on both the local and national levels through the perspectives of Union, Confederate, and African American participants through the context of artifacts and interactive programming. Tredegar Iron Works cast iron before the Civil War for railroads and during the war supplied the Confederacy with much of its cannon and other armaments and ammunition. The works were extensive and have been preserved in downtown Richmond. Few sites give a feel for the work of 19th century industry and how it operated. Tredegar holds added importance because so many slaves were employed in heavy industry here. The Civil War center has been dedicated to explain the experiences of Confederate, Union, and African-American soldiers and civilians in the Civil War. Volunteers are welcome for laboratory work with artifacts, such as washing and cataloging. Open daily from 9a.m. to 5p.m. Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Group tours available year round by appointment. Admission: $2-$8 range depending.

1514 Main Street Alta Vista VA 24517

www.avocamuseum.org avocamuseums@embarqmail.com Avoca, the principal architectural landmark of AltaVista, is an American Queen Anne-style house, built in 1901. The property contains the homesite of Colonel Charles Lynch, Revolutionary patriot. The museum exhibits an outstanding collection of Native American artifacts and Confederate memorabilia. The site has gone through revitalization both in the exterior and interior of the main house and on the grounds. An educational program on Native American life is offered for school children. There is also a program for children (Grades 2-8) called “For Gold & Glory” in which students learn about challenges faced by the early colonists. Others are available on topics such as the Gilded Age, Lewis and Clark, transportation, etc. Open April – October on Thursday - Saturday 11 A.M. to 3 P.M and Sunday from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Group tours available year round by appointment. Closed for Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas holidays. Check website for closings, including weddings or private rentals. Admission: $5 adult, $4 for senior citizens, $2 children ages 6 to 18. Free admission for children under 6 and members of the museum. Time Travelers: $3.50 for adults, $1 for students. AAA members receive a 10% discount.

00 Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219

www.blackhistorymuseum.org information.bhm@gmail.com The museum has worked in conjunction with the Richmond Slave Trail Commission and the James River Institute for Technology to create awareness of archaeology for the public and allow them access to hands-on experience via the Lumpkin’s Jail Site in Shockoe Bottom. The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia presents the complex experiences of the peoples of Africa and the African Diaspora, with an emphasis on Virginians, by collecting, preserving, and interpreting historical and cultural artifacts. Multiple exhibits and collections are housed in the facility focused on the relationship between African heritage and the Virginia experience. Open year-round Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Special tours are arranged in advance. Closed on major holidays. Admission is $5 per adult, $4 for educators, students, and seniors, and $3 for children 12 and under.

228 N. Main Street P.O. Box 837 Lawrenceville, VA 23868

1-866-783-9768 www.tourbrunswick.org/brunswick_county_museum.htm The museum, with displays of particular interest to Brunswick County, is in a small brick building located on the courthouse square. The museum has three exhibit rooms. One contains an outstanding exhibit on Fort Christanna, including excavated artifacts from archaeological digs conducted between 1979-1981. Another is a display of prehistoric artifacts including projectile points and tomahawks. The last exhibit has antique dolls and authentic clothing of the mid-1800s. The case in the main room houses visiting exhibits and changes frequently. Open year-round Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 A.M. to 1 P.M. and Saturday, 1:30 P.M. to 4 P.M. Special tours are arranged in advance. Closed on major holidays. Free admission.

P.O. Box 40 10201 Ironbridge Road Chesterfield, VA 23832

(804) 796-7121 www.chesterfieldhistory.com/ The complex consists of Eppington, The Museum, The Old Jail, Magnolia Grange, the 1917 Courthouse, and Castlewood. The county museum, a reproduction of the colonial courthouse of 1750, interprets the history of Chesterfield County and the surrounding region from prehistoric times to the present. The museum also houses several archaeological collections, including Native American materials and military objects related to the Civil War. Magnolia Grange is an 1822 Federal-style house where archaeological excavations have located three original outbuildings and a tavern. The site has yielded a substantial collection of artifacts. Its restoration is authentic in paint, woodwork, and furnishings. Restoration of Eppington has begun, with 400 acres of the total site working in conjunction with other agencies. Archaeological testing was conducted at Castlewood, an 1817-1819 house built by Parke Poindexter, clerk of the court. The testing yielded extensive evidence of a significant plantation yard. It currently houses the library and local history collection. The Old Jail is closed for renovations. The Museum and Magnolia Grange are open Tuesday - Friday, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. and Saturday 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. Admission: $5 for adults, $4 for senior citizens, $3 for students with ID, and $2 for student groups. AAA membership discount is provided. Admission to the county museum is always free.

609 Brown Avenue Hopewell, VA 23860

(804) 458-2564 www.historichopewell.org historichopewell@verizon.net The Historic Hopewell Foundation is instrumental in the operation and support of the sites. Weston Manor is an example of 18th century Georgian mansion with many of its original features intact. Tours include the home, garden, and grounds. The museum houses an archaeological exhibit from Kippax Plantation (home of Pocahontas' granddaughter). It is scheduled to reopen this year after restructuring. The site is open from April to October, Monday through Saturday from 10a.m. to 4:30p.m. and on Sundays from 1p.m. to 4:30p.m. Admission is $5 per adult.

1617 Flowerdew Hundred Road Hopewell, VA 23860

(804) 541-8897 etext.virginia.edu/flowerdew/ karenshriver@flowerdew.org This museum closed to the public on October 12th, 2007. This private, non-profit organization included a museum with exhibits reflecting the history of Flowerdew Hundred from prehistoric times to the present. Major archaeological excavations were conducted on the property over a span of almost 30 years, with a special emphasis on studying the early 17th century settlement. Flowerdew Hundred is located approximately 45 miles southeast of Richmond and 12 miles east of Hopewell. From I-95, take Exit 61A, Route 10 east to Hopewell; continue on Route 10 about 12 miles; turn left on Flowerdew Hundred Road, follow signs.

251 Henricus Park Road Chester, VA 23836

(804) 748-1613 www.henricus.org henricus1611@aol.com The 1611-1622 Citie of Henricus contains thirteen recreated structures including an English Fort with palisade and watchtowers, a working forge, plantation house, Powhatan Indian Village, and the first colonial hospital. Excavations were done in conjunction with Nicholas Lukketti. Workshops are available entitled “What archaeology reveals about early Virginia”. Open year-round Tuesday through Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last tour at 4:30p.m.) The park is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day as well as most of January. Admission: Adults - $7, Children (3-12) - $5, children under 3 are free. Discounts and group fees are available.

901 Court Street P.O. Box 529 Lynchburg, VA 24505

(434) 455-6226 www.lynchburgmuseum.org The Lynchburg Museum is in the Old Court House, built 1855 and presently being renovated, and is the city's most famous historic landmark. Part of the exhibited collection includes Native American artifacts, Civil War memorabilia, furniture made in the area, and more. It also includes nearby Point of Honor, a federal-style home built by George Cabell in 1815. It is furnished with period antiques, and the grounds contain a created plantation kitchen and gardens. Tours and programs are available for children. Kids “Night at the Museum” takes place once a month. Open year-round Monday to Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sundays 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. (closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas). Admission: Adults - $6, Seniors (60+) - $5, College Students - $5, Children (6-17) - $3, children under 6 are free. Joint site tickets and group fees are available. Visit the Lynchburg Museum from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the first Friday of every month free!

P.O. Box 400874 University of Virginia Library Charlottesville, VA 22904-400874

(434) 924-6109 www2.lib.virginia.edu/exhibits/flowerdew/ Flowerdew Hundred: Unearthing Virginia’s History: is a permanent exhibit featuring archaeological artifacts on loan from the Flowerdew Hundred Foundation. This exhibit presents material evidence of Virginia's early inhabitants: Native American pottery sherds; arms and armor used to defend the new colony; refined, imported wares from Europe; and American-made goods, including items manufactured by African Americans and artifacts from the Civil War. The materials from the University of Virginia’s Special Collections also on display images from 16th and 17th century maps and books illustrate the importance of the historical record in the study of material culture. Temporary exhibits change, although the Declaration of Independence exhibit remains permanent. Open Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 9p.m. to 5 p.m.; Closed Sunday. Free admission.

603 Hudgins St. P.O. Box 104 Chase City, VA 23924

(434) 372-0502 www.mmmg.org mmmg@Meckcom.net The museum houses a permanent exhibit of Native American artifacts collected locally by Arthur Robertson of Chase City. Tools and weapons dating from 9500 BC to 1600 AD present a clear picture of the lifestyles and cultures of the Native American residents of the region. One display illustrates the evolution of spear and arrow points. Other exhibits include a life size model of a Creek Indian and other replicas. Native American Day is a one-day county-wide program for all fifth grade students which occurs on the 1st Wednesday in April, when an archaeologist is available to interpret various aspects of native culture. Archaeology Day occurs in October, and features an archaeologist on site to identify artifacts brought in by the public. Museum (self-guided tour) open from November to March, Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; closed major holidays. Gardens open year-round, Monday - Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Sundays. Admission: $5.00 for adults, $3.50 for senior citizens, and $2.50 for children ages 6 to 12. Admission for gardens only: $2 donation. Members are free. Group rates and tours are available.

P.O. Box 316 Route 53 Charlottesville, VA 22902

(434) 984-9822 www.monticello.org/archaeology/index.html The historic home of Thomas Jefferson, the site has been subjected to intensive archaeological excavations over the last two decades. Sites that have been investigated include Mulberry Row, the "street" of domestic quarters and workshops where Jefferson's enslaved house servants and craftspeople lived and worked; the Stewart-Watkins site, occupied by white artisans; the home site of a "retired" house slave, Elizabeth “Betty” Heming’s; and Shadwell, the boyhood home of Thomas Jefferson. An archaeological exhibit is located in the basement of Monticello, and the visitor center has an extensive exhibit that includes archaeological artifacts. The vegetable garden, the garden wall, a garden pavilion, and the orchard all have been recreated based largely on archaeological data. The footprints of several of the structures along Mulberry Row have been demarcated and interpretive tours are offered seasonally. A college-level field school is offered in conjunction with the University of Virginia each summer. The Department of Archaeology at Monticello is home to the Digital Archaeological Archive of Comparative Slavery, an internet-based collaborative research and data sharing among archaeologists. The current research is the Plantation Archaeological Survey of 2,000 acres and the Mulberry Row Reassessment Project which brings 21st Century analytical methods to bear on deciphering the historical meaning of the material. Many programs are available for children and adults. Please visit the website for more information. Open daily year-round (except Christmas Day); March - October, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; November - February, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Extended hours are available at peak times. Admission (includes house and grounds): $15 for adults, $8 for children ages 6 to 11, free for children ages 6 to 11, $13 for group tours of 25 adults or more.

2009 Kenmore Road Amherst, VA 24521

(434) 946-0389 www.monacannation.com/museum.shtml MNation528@aol.com The Monacan Ancestral Museum is located at the foot of Bear Mountain, the spiritual center of the Monacan Nation. The ancestral museum is located at the old Episcopal Church that operated here since 1907. The site developed by the Monacan people with grants from the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities, the Sweetgrass Foundation, and the Easley Foundation. The 1870s log cabin, used initially as a church and then a school, and an Episcopal Indian Mission church is part of the community. Today the log cabin is a recognized National Historical Landmark. The museum documents the history of the Monacan people through exhibits and artifacts. The log cabin is presently being restored. The Monacan Ancestral Museum is staffed and operated by volunteers within the tribe, committed to preserving the rich legacy of the tribe’s history and culture. Open daily Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed holidays.

1192 Occoneechee State Park Road Clarksville, VA 23927

(434) 374-2210 http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/occ.shtml resvs@dcr.virginia.gov The visitor’s center features Native American history, "The Occoneechee Story" and a living hut and artifacts. Artifacts on display include archaeological collections from the park and Mecklenburg County. The Native American Heritage Festival and Pow Wow is held the second weekend in May. Open year round from 8a.m. until 8p.m. weekdays and 8a.m. until 10p.m. during the weekend. Hours change seasonally, so please contact the park in advance to verify. Admission is $2 per car on weekdays and $3 on weekends and holidays. Additional fees apply for special events, activities, and accommodations.

6125 Boydton Plank Road Petersburg, VA 23803

(804) 861-2408 www.pamplinpark.org Pamplin Park is a privately owned facility that preserves and interprets the site where the Union Army broke through the Confederate defenses during the siege of Petersburg. Interpretive signs describe to visitors the results of archaeological investigations at the sites of a complex of Confederate winter huts; at Tudor Hall plantation, built in 1812; at Bank House and kitchen, built 1790; and at the 1855 Hart House. A Field Fortifications exhibit is a one of a kind: 60 yard classic field fortifications built exactly to scale using the engineering specifications of the day. A recreation of a typical field quarters is also on exhibit to illustrate aspects of slave life and history in the antebellum south. The 25,000 sq. ft. National Museum of the Civil War Soldier is home to the exhibit “Duty Calls Me Here”, the Pamplin Board Room and Remembrance Wall. Park hours are currently Friday through Sunday from 9a.m. to 5p.m. This may change for the summer season, so please check their site. Group tours and special programming can be arranged in advance. Admission: $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children ages 6 to 12, free for children under 6.

P.O. Box 2111 Mechanicsville, VA 23116

(804) 261-3837 www.historicpolegreen.org support@historicpolegreen.org Listed on the Register of National Historic Places, the site is the location of the original Polegreen Church and its surrounding 110 acres. Virginia Commonwealth University archaeologists, in conjunction with the foundation and others, oversaw the effort to locate the remains of the structure. The church stood as a monument to the Hanover Dissenters and Samuel Davies in the struggle for religious liberty in pre-revolutionary America. It was destroyed during the Civil War and the congregation could not afford to rebuild it. Today it contains trails, a chronological timeline of religious freedom, and a structural outline of the church. Plans are in the works for a visitor center. Visitors can tour the site using their cellular phone. Slideshows, lectures, special programs, documents, lessons, and more are available. Open year-round sunrise to sunset. Admission is free.

Patrick Henry National Memorial 1250 Red Hill Road Brookneal, VA 24528

1-800-514-7463 www.redhill.org Red Hill, Patrick Henry's last home and burial place, houses the largest collection of Patrick Henry memorabilia in the world. Archaeological investigations have been conducted on an Indian village along the Staunton River. Archaeological survey and ground penetrating radar have been done on the graveyard and grounds of Red Hill, revealing surrounding outbuildings and industrial activity areas. A walking trail with signage will soon wind down to the Staunton River, interpreting the archaeological sites around Red Hill and the Indian village site at the river. The Plantation Renewal Project has been ongoing since 2000, made possible by the Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation. Current and future projects include development of the Quarter Place Trail, leading visitors through the history of tobacco production on the Red Hill Plantation, and the Staunton River Trail, where visitors venture to sites Henry knew well including the remains of a Woodland Indian Settlement. Open Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Winter hours: November 1 - March 31, Tuesday - Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays are scheduled by appointment. Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Admission: $6 for adults and $2 for children

P.O. Box 383 1540 Wilborn Avenue South Boston, VA 24592

(434) 572-9200 www.sbhcmuseum.org sbhcm@pure.com The museum provides a place for the collection, display, and preservation of art and historical memorabilia pertinent to South Boston, Halifax County, and Southside Virginia. On permanent display is a large collection of Indian artifacts containing a wide array of Native American ceramic, stone, bone, and shell artifacts. There are a wide range of other exhibits on site as well. Open Wednesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Groups should schedule in advance. Free admission.

1035 Fort Hill Trail Randolph, VA 23962

(434) 454-4312 www.stauntonriverbattlefield.org/index.html Visitors can take advantage of trails and lookouts to experience the multiple sites. On the south side of the Staunton River the visitor center interprets the star-shaped earthwork fortification, Fort Hill, the rifle trenches, and artillery battery of the Civil War battle of Staunton River Bridge on June 25, 1864. On the north side of the river the artifacts from an Indian village site, dating A.D. 1000 to 1450, are exhibited in the Roanoke Station Visitor Center. A walking trail following the old railroad bed and bridge across the Staunton River connects the two visitor centers. The Clover Visitor Center exhibits home life in Southside Virginia during the war as well as a relief map of the surrounding countryside highlighting battlefield features and the Randolph and Mulberry Hill Plantations. The Roanoke Visitor Center houses an archaeological exhibit of Native American artifacts excavated from the park by a Longwood University field school operating since 1998. Park open daily from 8a.m. until dusk. Clover Visitor Center open Monday through Saturday from 9a.m. – 4:30p.m. and Sunday 1p.m.-4:30p.m. The Roanoke Visitor Center is open by appointment. Free admission (fees apply for rentals).

1015 East Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219

(804) 649-0711 http://richmondhistorycenter.com/index.asp The Valentine interprets the history of Richmond. It is named after Mann S. Valentine, who amassed a substantial collection of Native American artifacts during the 1880s and 1890s. A range of materials from the Valentine collection are on permanent display. An education program is offered on the Powhatan Indians called “Beads and Buckskin”. Other events, tours, and programs are available for children and adults. Another display is the historic Wickham House, which became the first home of the Valentine Museum in 1898. The house is a spectacular example of 19th century Federal architecture. Artifacts from the Wickham Home are on display as well as a self-guided tour of the slave’s living quarters. Other exhibits change and focus on the life and changes in the Richmond area through a variety of time periods and subjects. Open year-round Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m., except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Admission: $8 for adults (19 and older), $7 for senior citizens (55+), $7 for children (7-18), $7 for students with ID (18-22), free for children under 6. The second Sunday of the month is “Pay What You Can” admission. For $10 you can gain admission for an entire year for the History Center, the Wickham House, the John Marshall House, and the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia.

2801 Kensington Avenue Richmond, VA 23221

(804) 367-2323 www.dhr.virginia.gov The Department of Historic Resources, a state agency, is responsible for maintaining the file of archaeological sites in Virginia. They also curate archaeological collections, promote research and prepare exhibits for other institutions. The department coordinates Virginia Archaeology Month celebrated each October. Working in conjunction with other archaeological groups, a poster is created and activities are planned to coincide with the month including public lectures, exhibits, tours and other archaeological programs. The department's permanent exhibit at the Virginia Historical Society, titled "Solving History's Mysteries," provides hands-on activities and exhibits for school children and adults. Artifacts from more than 800 archaeological sites throughout Virginia are stored in the state curation facility. Other resources, such as documents, photographs, maps, and drawings of historic structure and archaeological sites are available in the archives. Archaeological collections are available 8:30a.m.-noon and 1p.m.-5p.m. weekdays (closed on state holidays). The archives and library are closed on Mondays and state holidays. Free admission.

428 North Boulevard P.O. Box 731 Richmond, VA 23221-0311

(804) 358-4901 www.vahistorical.org The Virginia Historical Society collects, preserves, and interprets the history of the Commonwealth. The long-term exhibit, "The Story of Virginia," includes Native American and 17th century historic archaeological artifacts from various sites throughout the state. An educational program focusing on the lifeways of the Powhatan Indians uses reproductions of Native American material culture. An online exhibit illustrates "The Story of Virginia" and offers a Teacher's Guide with suggested activities. Other exhibits change and reflect a variety of topics and time periods. Numerous outreach programs and materials are available. Open year-round Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. (closed New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Easter, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). Admission: Free to the museum and library. Free parking available behind the building.

215 South Wilton Road Richmond, VA 23226-2212

(804) 282-5936 www.wiltonhousemuseum.org wiltonmuseum@comcast.net Overlooking the James River, this ten-room house is a stunning artifact of 18th century architecture. Authentically costumed museum guides use the inquiry method to share the social history of William Randolph III and his family, the original occupants of the house. Furnished according to an 1815 survey, the house showcases decorative arts, fashions, and the lifestyles that were part of a 2,000-acre tobacco plantation. Opened to the public in 1952, Wilton today plays host to an exquisite collection of 18th- and 19th- centuries furnishings, textiles, glass, ceramics, and silver that reflect the “planter” lifestyle of the mid-18th century. Numerous outreach programs and materials are available. Open year-round Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Admission: Fees apply to programs and tours. Please call in advance for further information.

902 Wythe Street Alexandria, VA 22314

(703) 838-4356 oha.alexandriava.gov/bhrc/ The exhibit “Securing the Blessings of Liberty” traces the lives and experiences of the earliest individuals of African descent living in the city of Alexandria within the context of the 1600s through 1810. This is an eight-acre memorial park, including a preserved one-acre 19th century African American cemetery, where 26 graves were identified via archaeological excavations. Six marked headstones survive in their original locations. The cemetery was established in 1885 by the Baptist Cemetery Association and it is believed that the graves are African American and date to the late 19th century. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10A.M. to 4P.M. (closed on major holidays). Admission is $2.00 per person which incorporates the museum, reading room, and park.

Torpedo Factory Art Center 105 N. Union Street, #327 Alexandria, VA 22314

(703) 838-4399 www.alexandriaarchaeology.org The museum exhibits artifacts recovered during excavations in Alexandria. Also, it interprets the process of archaeology by allowing access to the working laboratory of Alexandria Archaeology, a division of the city's Office of Historic Alexandria. The collection is comprised of more than two million artifacts recovered from more than 100 archaeological sites. Prehistoric artifacts from several Archaic and Woodland period sites are included, although the great majority of the materials in the collection date to the 19th and early 20th centuries. In addition to the changing exhibits, a wide variety of public education programs are offered, including opportunities to volunteer for both field and laboratory work, and a 10-day, college-level summer archaeological field session. Open year-round Tuesday - Friday 10 A.M. to 3 P.M., Saturdays 10 A.M. to 5 P.M., and Sundays 1 to 5 P.M. Admission to the museum is free, but admission and reservations are required for some public events and educational programs.

Canal Center Plaza Foot of Montgomery Street along the Potomac River Alexandria, VA

(703) 838-4554 oha.alexandriava.gov/oha-main/oha-alexandria-canal.html The reconstructed tide lock and pool are part of the Waterfront Walk, a three-mile trail that runs the length of the Alexandria waterfront. It is a significant physical representation of an economic rebirth for the City of Alexandria during the middle of the 19th century. The original canal and lock were revealed via archaeological excavations in 1982 and remain preserved beneath the reconstruction. The Alexandria Canal was chartered in 1830 and the locks were completed by 1845. The system was in operation from 1843-1886 except during the Civil War. Interpretive signs are located at the site. Open year-round from dawn to dusk. Admission is free.

Fort Belvoir, VA 22060

www.belvoir.army.mil/history.asp?id=Antebellum The masonry ruins of the 18th century Belvoir mansion and associated outbuildings have been stabilized. Interpretive signs based on a series of archaeological excavations are in place. The plantation was the home of the influential Fairfax family. The site is open year-round from dawn to dusk. Admission is free. On the grounds of Fort Belvoir, from Route 1 via the Pence Gate, south on Belvoir Road, left on 21 Street, right on Belvoir Drive, right on Fairfax Drive, parking in circle.

USDA/USFS Lee Ranger District 109 Molineu Road Edinburg, VA 22824

(540) 984-4101 www.fs.fed.us/r8/gwj/lee/ Camp Roosevelt was the first Civilian Conservation Corps camp in the nation, active from 1933 to 1942. While the camp was supervised by the U.S. Army, the Forest Service supervised enrollee projects. Interpretation includes a memorial to Henry Rich, the first inductee into the CCC and a sign commemorating camp Roosevelt as the first CCC camp in the nation. Stone foundations and stone-lined paths have been cleared and interpreted for visitors who want to view the layout of this historic camp. Campsites, day programs, and activities are available from dawn until dusk. Admission is free. It is located off State Route 675, 5 miles northwest of Luray.

P.O. Box 11 Cape Charles, VA 23310

(757) 331-1008 www.smallmuseum.org/capechas.htm ccmuseum@hughes.net The Historical Society has a rich collection of early postcards, photographs, timetables, documents, and objects which encompass the beginnings of Cape Charles in the 1880s, its houses, churches, schools, harbor and beachfront, commercial enterprises, railroad, and ships. Of important historic interest is the site a few miles south of Cape Charles of a large17th century house originally built by the Custis family. Now owned by the Arlington Foundation and the subject of several archeological digs, the site is open to visitors; artifacts and a model of the house have been assembled into an exhibit now on permanent display at the Museum Open from mid-April to November on Monday-Friday 10a.m.-2p.m., Saturday 10a.m. to 5p.m., and Sunday 1p.m. to 5p.m. Donations are accepted.

121 North Fairfax Street Alexandria, VA 22314

(703) 549-2997 www.nvrpa.org/parks/carlylehouse/index.php Carlyle@NVRPA.org The Carlyle House Historic Park primarily consists of the restored home of John Carlyle, original builder and owner. Erected between 1751 and 1753, the house exemplifies the high status residences built by the most influential men of the young town. Period rooms are furnished to interpret the era of Carlyle. The house was restored during the state-wide celebrations for the bicentennial. Archaeological excavations were conducted as part of the restoration program in the 1970s. An educational program for students, "Discovery Through Trash," serves as an introduction to archaeology by focusing on selected 18th century artifacts and various questions and themes associated with them. Open year-round Tuesday - Saturday 10 A.M. to 4 P.M., Sundays 12P.M. to 4 P.M. Closed Mondays. Admission: Fees vary by age and jurisdiction – check the website for more details. Group programs, hours, and rates available by appointment.

8437 Valley Pike P.O. Box 229 Middletown, VA 22645

(540) 869-2064 www.cedarcreekbattlefield.org cedarcrk@visuallink.com A visitor’s center and museum interprets the Civil War battle of Cedar Creek on October 19, 1864. Artifacts from the battle are on exhibit. A premier living history event occurs every October. The event includes thousands of re-enactors, extensive living history displays, and programs bringing to life the realities of America's Civil War. Open April 1st – October 31st from Monday - Saturday 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. and Sunday 1P.M. to 4 P.M. November 1st – March 31st visits are by appointment only. Admission is free to the battlefield and visitors center. Located 2 miles south of Middletown on Route 11.

Department of Historic Preservation University of Mary Washington 1301 College Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401-5358

(540) 654-1041 www.umw.edu/cas/chp/ The University of Mary Washington's Center for Historic Preservation both supports the academic offerings and opportunities of the Department of Historic Preservation and engages in public outreach programs, including lectures, conferences, periodic exhibitions, and an annual summer college-level field school in archaeology. The center is not currently exhibiting and is not open to the public. Questions regarding programming and/or research should be handled via contact information provided above.

803 South Main Street Culpeper, VA 22701

contact@culpepermuseum.com www.culpepermuseum.com The collections and exhibits are housed in the main building. The site also contains a working Native American village, restored 18th century log cabin, and extensive grounds. The displays focus on several topics. The Native American focus is on the Manahoac tribe with collections of tools and weapons manufacture. Programming focuses on the differences in lithics used and constructed. There is also information on the 19th century canal system located on the Rappahannock River, and a multitude of artifacts from the Civil War period from the 160+ battles and largest encampment nearby. Many tours and programs are available tailored to the needs and requirements of the group. Operating Hours are Mondays through Saturdays from 10a.m. to 5p.m. and on Sundays from 1p.m. to 5p.m. Group tours and specialized programming should be arranged ahead of time. Admission: Out of town adults are $3 each, students 18 and under are free, residents of the area are free, and museum “friends” and their guests are free.

P.O. Box 366 Dayton, VA 22821

(540) 879-2280 www.heritagecenter.com/Fort%20Harrison/fortharrison.html gatewood10@aol.com Known locally as Fort Harrison, the Daniel Harrison House is a stone structure built circa 1749 and restored in the 1980s. As part of the restoration, the Massanutten Chapter of the Archeological Society of Virginia undertook excavations adjacent to the house. The 19th century summer kitchen has been reconstructed and is open for viewing. Artifacts from the excavations are on display. Guided tours are available on Saturday and Sunday from 1P.M. to 4 P.M., from mid-May to late October and by appointment for groups. Donations are encouraged. Located on Route 42 in Dayton; I-81, exit 63.

Lee Ranger District 109 Molineu Road Edinburg, VA 22824

(540) 984-4101 www.fs.fed.us/r8/gwj/lee/ The Forest Service cabin and information station was constructed in 1936 by the Civilian Conservation Corps from lumber recycled from 1830s structures. The archaeological remains of Elizabeth Furnace Iron Community is located off Pig Iron Interpretive Trail. The iron furnace, constructed in the 1830s, halted production during the Civil War, restarted ca. 1888 only to close a few years later. Hours of operation are set by the U.S. Forest Service at the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest according to season and weather. Check the website or call ahead for further information. Fees vary by activity. Check the website for more information. Located off State Route 678 in Fort Valley, 10 miles southeast of Strasburg.

1013 Lafayette Boulevard Fredericksburg, VA 22401

(540) 373-6122 www.nps.gov/frsp/index.htm The visitor’s center offers exhibits of Civil War era artifacts related to the various major actions that were fought in the Fredericksburg area. These include the battles of Fredericksburg (1862), Chancellorsville (1863), Wilderness (1864), and Spotsylvania (1864). In addition, driving tours of the battlefields, featuring both ruins and reconstructed/restored elements of the Civil War era landscape, and guided and self-guided walking tours are offered. Open year-round from dawn until dusk. Hours vary from season to season and building to building. Check the website for more information. (Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day). Free admission to the Memorial Park, but there is a $2 fee for viewing the 22 minute informational movie at Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville for those ages 10 to 61. For people over the age of 61, the fee is $1.

134 N. Royal Street Alexandria, VA 22314

(703) 838-4242 oha.alexandriava.gov/gadsby/ A brick-lined, 18th-century ice well located adjacent to the tavern has been stabilized and is open for public viewing. The well was investigated by archaeologists in the 1970s and the circular brick shaft, 15 feet deep and 17 feet in diameter, was partially excavated. A plaque adjacent to the viewing window interprets the ice well. Hours change according to season, day, and events. Check on the website ahead of the planned visit for accurate information. (Closed for New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.) Tours last approximately thirty minutes and begin every quarter to the hour. Admission: $4 for adults and $2 for children ages 11 to 17, free for children under the age of 11. Free admission for AAM Members, Gadsby’s Tavern Society Members, and Alexandria City Employees. Other group tours are available by appointment.

268 Kings Highway Fredericksburg, VA 22405

(540) 370-0732 www.kenmore.org/ff_home.html Ferry Farm, a National Historic Landmark, is rich in history. George Washington grew to manhood here, moving to the farm at age 6 in 1738, and leaving in 1754. Legend claims that the cherry tree story ("I cannot tell a lie") and his powerful toss of a "silver dollar" across the Rappahannock River took place at Ferry Farm. During the Civil War, Union troops camped here during the Battle of Fredericksburg. From Ferry Farm, Union artillery bombarded the city, and the Army of the Potomac built a pontoon bridge on the site of the old ferry. Archaeological excavations at the site of the boyhood home are ongoing and are available to view by the public during regular opening hours during the summer months. The dig site is now the second largest in Virginia after Jamestown and yields on average, more than 1,000 artifacts each day. In 2008, archaeologists formally announced the discovery of the Washington house. An exhibit that includes archaeological artifacts and interpretation is on display in the visitor center. Open daily, March – October, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., November and December, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission: $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 6 to 17 and students, and free for children under 6. Located on Route 3, across the Rappahannock River from Fredericksburg.

Mount Vernon Highway, Route 235

(703) 799-8626 Originally built in 1770 by George Washington, to grind wheat and corn grown at Mount Vernon, this merchant mill was reconstructed in 1932 and restored in 2001 to be a fully operating gristmill. Nearby the Gristmill was the site of a stone building that was erected in 1797 to serve as a whiskey distillery. The remarkably well preserved site was excavated over a five year period and ireconstructed in 2007. The distillery is a fully functional 18th-century whiskey distillery. Distilling demonstrations, exhibits and a video detailing the history of the site and providing information on the archaeological investigations are offered. Open daily April - October, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission: $4 adults, $2 children ages 6 to 11. Located 1/4 mile south from US 1 or 3 miles west from Historic Mount Vernon.

Winchester-Frederick County Historical Society 32 West Cork & Braddock Streets Winchester, VA 22601

(540) 662-4412 www.winchesterhistory.org/george_washington.htm

Route 670 Syria, VA 22743

(540) 923-4231 www.gravesmountain.com This family-owned lodge/restaurant has been in operation since the 1850s and includes several historic structures. An exhibit located in the dining area features Native American artifacts from the collection of Kate Graves. Miss Graves was a member of the Archeological Society of Virginia, and from the 1940s-1950s amassed an extensive collection of artifacts from Madison County. Open daily from the last weekend of March - November. No fees to view the exhibit. From Culpeper: Route 29 south, right on Route 609, right on Route 231, left on Route 670, 4 miles.

10709 Gunston Road Mason Neck, VA 22079

(703) 550-9220 gunstonhall.org Gunston Hall is the home of George Mason, author of the Virginia Declaration of Rights, who wrote: "That all men are by nature equally free, and independent, and have certain inherent rights." Mason was among the first to call for freedom of the press, tolerance of religion, and other fundamental democratic principles. Set on 550 scenic acres on the Potomac River, the plantation includes the 18th century mansion, reconstructed outbuildings, formal gardens, farmyard with livestock, and active archaeological sites. Archaeological remains include the formal garden and several known outbuildings. Also on the property are the remains of Newtown, the 17th century home of George Mason's father. Programs with specific emphasis on archaeology include: tours during Virginia Garden Week, Hidden History Archaeology Tours, and archaeology demonstrations during Virginia Archaeology Month. Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Admission: $9 for adults, $8 for seniors, $5 for students and children ages 6 -18 and free for children age 6 and under.

Mount Vernon, VA 22121

(703) 799-8626 www.mountvernon.org The 500-acre site includes the home of George and Martha Washington, associated period outbuildings, gardens, grounds, reconstructed buildings, museum and education center. The on-going permanent archaeological program has investigated numerous sites over the last decade. While the focus of study is the period of the George Washington's occupation, from ca. 1735 to 1799, prehistoric remains dating back to the Archaic Period have been uncovered. The Donald W. Reynolds Educational Center opened in October of 2006 and features two major exhibits on the life and times of George Washington. Archaeological materials excavated from various sites on the property are included in the exhibits. Other public programs include: interpretation at the site of the current excavation, and a brochure on the archaeology program which includes a self-guided walking tour of the property's archaeological past. Open year-round daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (April-August), 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (March, September, October), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (November-February). Admission: $15 for adults, $14 for seniors, $7 for children ages 6 to 11, free for children under 6.

P.O. Box 67 Montpelier Station, VA 22957

(540) 672-2728 www.montpelier.org This historic house, owned by the National Trust for Historic Preservation and operated by the Montpelier Foundation, interprets the life of James and Dolly Madison. Eight principal sites on the grounds adjoining the house have been excavated over the past 15 years: 1) the original Madison family plantation (Mount Pleasant, 1723-1770) consisting of the remains of the main house, cellars and several outbuildings; 2) a blacksmith shop (1760-1810); 3) two quarters for enslaved domestics (ca. 1780s-1830s); 4) a detached kitchen associated with the Montpelier house (1760-1810); 5) the grounds of the Montpelier mansion--featuring landscape features of both the mid 18th century and early 19th century; 6) the "Home Quarter"--a 5-acre site complex of quarters for field slaves and work areas--all in an unplowed context; 7) the Gilmore Farm, a farm and cabin built by a former slave of James Madison (1867-1920); and 8) a confederate encampment (winter of 1863-1864). Most of these archeological features are interpreted on the landscape and the Confederate encampment and Gilmore farm feature a newly established interpretive trail with information panels. Excavations are ongoing throughout the year at various sites at Montpelier and the public is encouraged to view the excavations in progress. In addition, the Montpelier Archaeology Department has an active, year-round volunteer program and is open to new volunteers. A college-level field school with housing is offered each summer for four to eight weeks in conjunction with James Madison University and the State University of New York at Plattsburgh and summer-long internships with housing and a stipend are available. Excavations for the 2009 field season will focus on the “North Kitchen”, the site of a 19th century kitchen located ion an 1837 insurance map. The North Kitchen area has become an important locale for hands-on demonstrations of early 19th century cooking and food preservation. Open daily, November to March from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; April to October from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Gilmore’s Cabin Farm is open from April to October on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission: $14 for adults, $7 for children ages 6 to 14, free for children under 6 and $7 for National Trust Members.

Madison County Historical Society P.O. Box 467 Madison, VA 22727

(540) 948-5488 www.madisonvahistoricalsociety.org This early 1800s structure displays exhibits relating to the history of Madison County. These include archaeological materials from the excavation of the mid-19th century Kemper Mansion, home of Governor James L. Kemper. The upper level also houses the Strode Collection of Native American Artifacts, a unique assembly of arrowheads, pottery shards, etc. collected solely from Madison County. There is also a workroom for preparing exhibits and constructing archival containers. Open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission.

P.O. Box 243 402 N. Main Street Madison, VA 22727

(540) 948-4720 www.madisoncountyvalibrary.org/ madisonlib@nexet.net

9101 Prince William Street Manassas, VA 20110

(703) 368-1873 (703) 368-1873 The Manassas Museum interprets the history of the Northern Virginia Piedmont area. The modern museum building houses artifacts derived from numerous archaeological excavations and selected objects are on display as part of the permanent exhibit. The site of the Manassas Industrial School for Colored Youth has been excavated and is interpreted via interpretive signs and the outlined footprints of the school buildings. Mayfield and Cannon Branch Forts, the last surviving confederate earthworks in Manassas built in the spring of 1861, is open to the public. The Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Admission: $4 for adults and $3 for children and seniors. The site of the Industrial School is open daily with free admission.

174 S. Main Street Harrisonburg, VA 22801

(540) 434-4475 www.mrlib.org Rotating displays of Native American and Civil War era artifacts are a part of the Charles Henry Rife collection. Acquired in the late 19th century, it primarily consists of prehistoric Native American stone tools from Rockingham County dating from the Early Archaic to Late Woodland periods, along with various Civil War military artifacts. Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday 9:30a.m. - 1p.m. Free admission.

5408 Main Street P.O. Box 143 Stephens City, Virginia 22655

(540) 869-1700 www.newtownhistorycenter.org info@newtownhistorycenter.org Stone House Museum, built in the fourth quarter of the 18th century, interprets the history of the town of Stephens City, formerly Stephensburgh, chartered in 1758. Archaeological exhibits on "The Life of a Potter, Andrew Pitman" include panels describing the Pitman family of potters, and cases contain examples of his pottery--rims, glaze, form, and decoration. Educational programs for elementary school children are available including one program teaching students the importance of recognizing and interpreting primary source documents by comparing historical archaeological artifacts to historical events in the past as well as a program demonstrating and discussing antique tools and their various uses. Hours of Operation: June - August, Tuesday -Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.; September - November, Wednesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Admission from December through May is through appointment only. Admission: $2 for adults, $1 for children ages 6 to 16. Admission for educational programs is $1 for students.

Bridgewater College Box 147 Bridgewater, VA 22812

540) 828-5462 www.bridgewater.edu/StudentServices/AlexanderMackMemorialLibrary/ReuelBPritchettMuseum Located in Cole Hall on the campus of Bridgewater College, the museum houses the collections of Reuel B. Pritchett. Gathered prior to 1954, the collection includes more than 10,000 items. Prehistoric Native American artifacts from the eastern United States, including the Shenandoah Valley, comprise a portion of the collection on display. Located in the lower level of Cole Hall on the campus of Bridgewater College off Interstate 81, Route 257, west. Open Monday - Friday, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Free admission.

54 S. Loudoun Street Winchester, VA 22601

(540) 722-2020 www.discoverymuseum.net The Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families and school groups. A stop along the Moccasin Trail is a life-size house with Indian replicas of tools and clothing. Educational programs explore the culture of Eastern Woodland Indians. Open year-round, Monday - Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Admission: $6 per person, free for children under 2. Free admission on the first Friday of each month from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

33229 Old Valley Pike Strasburg, VA 22657

(540) 465-5884 www.waysideofva.com/stonewalljackson The museum is built adjacent to trenches dating to the 1864 Valley campaign. It serves as an interpretive center for the Civil War in the Shenandoah Valley. In addition to Civil War military and domestic materials, the collection also includes both Colonial era and Native American artifacts. Various public programs focus on interpreting the Civil War. Open April through October, Monday - Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; November through March, Monday – Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission: $5 for adults, $4 for senior citizens, students, and children ages 6 to 16, free for children under age 6.