Name: Colored Tourists Lodge. McGuire Green Book Play
Start: 2024-09-21T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-09-21T14:00:00-04:00
Location: Essex High School

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September 2024

September 21, 2024 @ 2:00 pm

Colored Tourists Lodge. McGuire Green Book Play

Essex High School 833 High School Circle, Tappahannock, VA, United States

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Tappahannock joins Virginia’s River Realm

The Town of Tappahannock is thrilled to announce its official inclusion in Virginia’s River Realm, a renowned collection of now nine charming small towns united by 465 miles of breathtaking shoreline and countless unique attractions. As part of Virginia’s River Realm, Tappahannock will now be featured in regional tourism campaigns, enhancing its visibility and attracting… Continue reading Tappahannock joins Virginia’s River Realm

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🌸 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐤!🌸

The flowers are blooming and so are the 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 in Tappahannock! 🛍️🌼 Whether you're hunting for vintage treasures, fresh home décor, or locally made gifts, our small-town shops are full of surprises this season.

✨ Be sure to stop by:
🪴 @hoskinscreekhome – curated home décor, art, lighting & seasonal charm
🪑 @acme_antiques_tappahannock – over 100 booths with vintage finds, collectibles & one-of-a-kind treasures
🧺 Pammy’s Produce – fresh local produce, seafood, jams, and sauces
👚 @shopnorwoods – specializing in personalized gifts, trendy fashion, unique home décor & the latest baby goods
🧶 @spunthings_va – yarns, craft kits, and knitting classes
🎁 @cryingshameva – coastal gifts, Waxing Poetic jewelry & décor
👜 @thymeinabasket – handmade gifts, home accents & accessories
👢 @ttowntackwork – cowboy boots, horse tack & rustic gifts

🍦 Bonus tip: Cool off with a scoop at Acme Ice Cream Parlor.

🌷 Make it a weekend of discovery and support the local businesses that make Tappahannock shine. From shopping and dining to river views and relaxing stays, there’s so much to explore in Tappahannock.

📍 Plan your visit: VisitTappahannock.com

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🚣‍♀️ 𝐑𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐤!🌊

Spring is here and it’s the perfect time to dive into 𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒂𝒅𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔 on the Rappahannock! The 𝑹𝒆𝒏𝒕.𝑭𝒖𝒏 Kayak Kiosk at 𝑫𝒖𝒌𝒆 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒕 𝑩𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉 makes it easy—just download the app, grab your kayak and gear, and paddle into the heart of Virginia’s River Realm. 🛶

Explore Hoskins Creek, float under the Downing Bridge, and discover the wild beauty of Tappahannock from the water.

📖 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨:
👉 https://visittappahannock.com/kayak-rent-fun-kiosk-a-ticket-to-adventure/

#visittappahannock #riveradventures #rentfun #exploretappahannock #tappintonature

The history of the Rappahannock River runs deep — and there's no better place to experience it than the @essexmuseum. From ancient whales to the stories of pirates, tribal nations, colonists, and war heroes, this hidden gem brings Virginia’s past to life in unforgettable ways.

🦴 Meet the ancient 𝙕𝙚𝙪𝙜𝙡𝙤𝙙𝙤𝙣 whale.
🪶 Discover the legacy of the 𝙍𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙘𝙠 𝙏𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙚.
⚓ Explore river life, steamboats, and the 𝙐𝙎𝙎 𝙏𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙘𝙠.
🎖️ Learn how Essex citizens 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙚𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, rebuilt after war, and pioneered change.
🌳 Don’t miss the 𝙉𝘼𝙎𝘼 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙨 𝙄 𝙈𝙤𝙤𝙣 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙚 in the Max Silver Memorial Courtyard — yes, it’s been to space!

📍 Whether you're a history buff, family traveler, or curious explorer, the Essex County Museum is a must-stop on your visit.

🔍 Start planning at www.VisitTappahannock.com

#visittappahannock #essexcountymuseum #rappahannockriver #virginiahistory #familytravel

🌸☀️ Girls just wanna have 𝑺𝑼𝑵! ☀

🎣 𝐅𝐈𝐒𝐇, 𝐖𝐈𝐍 & 𝐄𝐗𝐏

🍴✨ 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

💫 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐤 – 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟓𝐭𝐡! 💫

Looking for the perfect Friday night plan? Treat yourself (and someone special) to a charming evening of 𝐚𝐫𝐭, 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 right here in Tappahannock! 🥂🎨🍽️

✨ Start your night at @actxiiwine with hand-picked wine pairings and cozy vibes.
✨ Wander over to the @tappartguild to explore the latest exhibit—local talent at its finest.
✨ Finish with an unforgettable dinner at @1710_tavern, where exclusive menu specials bring colonial flair with a modern twist.

Stroll between venues, sip, savor, and soak in the culture.
👉 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟓𝐭𝐡—𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐭!
Why not turn date night into a full weekend escape? Tappahannock’s got you covered.

Plan your visit at 🌐 www.VisitTappahannock.com

🌿🍷𝐒𝐢𝐩 & 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐲𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬!🍷🌿

Looking for the 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒆𝒄𝒕 reason to visit Tappahannock? Let us introduce you to 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐲𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬—a gem tucked right here in Essex County where exceptional wines meet unforgettable experiences.

From laid-back karaoke nights to high-energy live music concerts, arts & crafts, rodeo thrills, a hot air balloon festival, and even MONSTER TRUCKS—there’s always something 𝒆𝒑𝒊𝒄 happening at @windvineyardsatlaurelgrove! 🎶🎨🚜🎤🎈

And did we mention the wine? 🍇 Their handcrafted Virginia wines are the perfect pairing for your adventure.

📅 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐮𝐩𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐰:
👉 www.VisitTappahannock.com/events/

📍 Come for the wine, stay for the vibe.

#visittappahannock #windvineyards #virginiawinecountry #tappahannockevents #wineandwander

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