Hummel Airfield, Topping, VA
Created in 1925 by Fred E. Hummel, the site was donated to Middlesex County in 1970. Known then as Hummel Airport the facility originally was aimed at encouraging outdoor recreation, such as fishing , in the area near the town of Topping. Fred E. Hummel Fred E. Hummel (1896-1975) is known as one of the” […]
The Coves at Wilton Creek, Hartfield, VA
Among the scenic waterways in Virginia, a host of impressive rivers make their way to the Chesapeake Bay, perhaps the most picturesque of all is the beautiful Piankatank, with its deeply wooded banks and gently winding course. So broad where it meets the bay you can hardly see from one shore to the other other, […]
Deltaville Maritime Museum & Holly Point Nature Park
Boating and fishing has always been a part of the heritage in Deltaville. The Deltaville Maritime Museum is dedicated to preserving the boating heritage of the waterman that have for scores of years made their living and, and supported their families, on the Chesapeake Bay and its shoreline. This lovely museum is easy to get […]
Mathews Film Society
Who would have ever imagined that the small rural town of Mathews, Virginia, would have its very own film society, where you can slip in on a Saturday and feast your eyes and ears on the MET’s performance of Wagner’s “Ring” and be transported to higher spheres? Kat Sharpe and Bronwyn Hughes, both Mathews residents, […]
Christmas on the Chesapeake Bay in Deltaville, VA
Driving down route 33 General Puller Highway after Thanksgiving you can see the start of the Holiday Season in Deltaville. Decorations and lights start to appear on the Mason Realty Building. More and more appear as the days go by. Then little by little the night comes alive with light. The building is outlined and […]
