Virginia Archives - Planet Whitley

Five great presidential museums and houses to visit in the US

From the JFK Library in Boston to Lincoln’s Cottage in Washington DC, visiting US presidential libraries and houses can offer great insights into both the men and their eras. JFK Presidential Library and Museum, Boston In the southern outskirts of Boston, Massachusetts, the John F…

Austin, Boston, Dallas, history, Massachusetts, museums, presidents, Texas, USA, Virginia, Washington DC

Meeting the cider makers of Virginia

In Virginia, the art of cider-making is undergoing a renaissance. Making cider at the Albemarle Ciderworks For Chuck Skelton, craft cider is part of a logical progression. “The 1980s was the first time the US got known for wine. In the early-to-mid 90s, the craft…

drinks, USA, Virginia

Thomas Jefferson's Monticello in Virginia.

The best presidential homes in Virginia for visitors

The best presidential homes in Virginia for visitors are Mount Vernon and Monticello, but others – including the Berkeley Plantation on the James River – are worth a look. American history in Virginia No US state is quite as swathed in history as Virginia. It’s…

presidents, USA, Virginia

Newcomer House at Antietam National Battlefield, Virginia.

Entrance fees at Antietam National Battlefield: A visitor’s guide

Antietam National Battlefield, located in Sharpsburg, Maryland, offers a poignant glimpse into American Civil War history. To enhance your visit, understanding the park's entrance fees and available passes is essential. Why visit Antietam National Battlefield? On September 17, 1862, the fields and farms around Sharpsburg,…

battlefields, national parks, USA, Virginia