RICHMOND—Today, Governor Ralph Northam joined the 2019 Commemoration, American Evolution™ in announcing the launch of the Virginia History Trails mobile application. Travelers, families, Virginia residents and history lovers can easily access 400 years of Virginia history through the app, which includes 20 themed trails and 400 detailed site descriptions that address what … [Read more...] about 2019 Commemoration’s Virginia History Trails Mobile Application Launched
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LOVE Artwork with Flower Boxes on Display at the Executive Mansion for Earth Day and Garden Day
RICHMOND – In celebration of Earth Day 2018, First Lady Pamela Northam has planted flowers around a LOVE artwork display at the Executive Mansion. The LOVEwork planter will also be onsite when the Executive Mansion joins Virginia’s Historic Garden Week for 2018 Garden Day on April 27. “Earth Day is a wonderful opportunity to highlight the importance of protecting Virginia's … [Read more...] about LOVE Artwork with Flower Boxes on Display at the Executive Mansion for Earth Day and Garden Day
Governor Northam to Throw First Pitch at Richmond Flying Squirrels’ Home Opener
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: April 13, 2018 Office of the Governor Contact: Ofirah Yheskel Email: Ofirah.Yheskel@governor.virginia.gov Virginia Tourism Corporation Contact: Caroline Logan Phone: 804-545-5572 Email: clogan@virginia.org Governor Northam to Throw First Pitch at Richmond Flying Squirrels’ Home Opener ~ The Governor will also visit all nine minor … [Read more...] about Governor Northam to Throw First Pitch at Richmond Flying Squirrels’ Home Opener
Stunning Virginia Wineries to Visit This Spring
Fewer things pair better than a glass of Virginia wine and the gorgeous spring weather found in the Commonwealth. With the season finally here, it’s time to visit a scenic Virginia winery and enjoy a glass of refreshing vino outdoors. Head to a few of these stunning wineries that combine beautiful scenery and excellent Virginia wines for a memorable spring experience in … [Read more...] about Stunning Virginia Wineries to Visit This Spring
56 Local Tourism Programs to Receive Public-Private Marketing Funds to Bolster Growth
RICHMOND – Governor Ralph Northam today announced more than $840,000 in matching grant funds to be awarded to 56 local tourism initiatives as part of the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s (VTC) Marketing Leverage Program (MLP). The MLP grants are designed to help local and regional tourism entities attract more visitors by leveraging limited local marketing dollars through a … [Read more...] about 56 Local Tourism Programs to Receive Public-Private Marketing Funds to Bolster Growth