Compendia Virginica
Compendia Virginica
Into the Woods
Summer is time for camp, and in Virginia, that tradition is as strong today as it was 100 years ago. A look at the enduring appeal of sunlit days and lake swims, archery and riding, cabin pranks and rousing choruses of “Little Bunny Foo Foo.” Read more
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Soul of the Bay
How devoted watermen have rescued some of the Chesapeake Bay’s most storied and historic buyboats. Read more
May 15, 2019
Steeple to Steeple: Portsmouth
A walking Tour of Portsmouth’s historic Olde Towne churches. Read more
Jul 26, 2015
Barn Raising
An effort to protect Pittsylvania’s remaining tobacco barns is as much about honoring a way of life as it is about preserving the history of the industry. Read more
Sep 20, 2019
Robb Scharetg
"Could I Do It?"
Civil War reenactments have long been popular in the South, and they may grow more so as we approach the 150th anniversary of the conflict. Read more
Jul 8, 2010
Courtesy of The Smithsonian
The Big Story
In 1903 the Virginian-Pilot newspaper got one of the biggest scoops ever, thanks to the efforts of a 19-year-old cub reporter and a barrel of Lynnhaven oysters. Read more
Dec 5, 2016
Courtesy of University of Virginia Library
A Tomboy's Legacy
The yearly Montpelier races are a great time to remember Marion du Pont Scott—the first lady of American turf racing. Read more
Nov 17, 2017
Courtesy of Jason Knowles/Fentress Bradburn Architects
When the Going Gets Tough
The National Museum of the Marine Corps shows the Marines'-eye view. Read more
Feb 5, 2010
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A Remarkable Renovation
In turns Robert E. Lee’s boyhood home, a boarding house, and a museum, this Alexandria estate has seen its share of history. Read more
Coastal Renaissance
Revitalization in Cape Charles has helped establish the new Eastern Shore. Read more
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Food
Bubbling Up
Afton’s Thibaut-Janisson Winery brings sparkling wine to the forefront. Read more
Oct 16, 2019
Home
A New Point of View
The Richmond home of George and Louise Freeman is a study in transformation. Read more
Oct 14, 2019
A Remarkable Renovation
In turns Robert E. Lee’s boyhood home, a boarding house, and a museum, this Alexandria estate has seen its share of history. Read more
Oct 10, 2019
Travel
Fall Escapes
The region's 27 most inviting retreats perfect for a long weekend of slipping away from the everyday. Read more
Oct 18, 2019
Culture
Just Folks
For nearly 50 years the Blue Ridge Folklife Festival has attracted visitors to experience rural Virginia folkways. Read more
Oct 22, 2019
Following in the Footsteps
These outstanding attorneys find their strength in good examples while blazing trails for fellow women. Read more
Oct 17, 2019
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Patricia Lyons
Living by Hand
Leni Sorensen’s career path has been anything but conventional. Read more
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The 'Evil' Step-muse
To the late William Styron, Elizabeth Buxton was the “evil” stepmother. Cousin MARY WAKEFIELD BUXTON explores the relationship between the Pulitzer prize-winning author and the quintessential Tidewater matriarch. Read more
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The Heart of Fredericksburg
How will the growing and dynamic interplay of the arts, entrepreneurship, retail, dining and development change the future for this 300-year-old city? Read more
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Courtesy of VUU, L. Douglas Wilder Collection
One Dream of a Team
With no money, let alone a gym, Virginia Union basketball soared for five magical years. Read more
Even More Stories
Weddings
Mai Lan Aram & Alexander Lee
April 26, 2014 • Salamander Resort, Middleburg Read more
Health
Voice Over
Passy-Muir valve restores speech to young patient at Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital. Read more
Feb 14, 2019
About Town
Top Chef Event
Sept. 8, 2013 • Jubilee Family Development Center, Lynchburg Read more
