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First Colony in the region of Virginia is a town located in United States - some 115 mi or ( 185 km ) South of Washington , the country's capital .
Local time in First Colony is now 10:38 AM (Friday) . The local timezone is named " America/New York " with a UTC offset of -4 hours. Depending on your flexibility, these larger cities might be interesting for you: Raleigh, Philadelphia, Arlington, Blanks Store, and Chesapeake. When in this area, you might want to check out Raleigh . We found some clip posted online . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you looking for some initial hints on what might be interesting in First Colony ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Glassblowing at Jamestown Glasshouse - A 5-minute Lesson HD
In a 5-minute lesson, watch master glassblower Eric Schneider expertly demonstrate the art of glassblowing at Jamestown Glasshouse. Whether you appreciate hand-crafted artistry or are fascinated by le ..
Jamestown - Scotland Ferry
Ferry operated by the Virginia Department of Transportation across the James River, providing access to Jamestown and Williamsburg ..
Glassblowing at Jamestown Glasshouse - music video
Jamestown Glasshouse - where American history is more interesting than you thought! Watch talented artisans demonstrate the craft of glassblowing at Jamestown Glasshouse. Whether you appreciate hand-c ..
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Jamestown Settlement
Jamestown Settlement is a name used by the Commonwealth of Virginia's portion of the historical sites and museums at Jamestown. Jamestown was the first successful English settlement on the mainland of North America. Named for King James I of England, Jamestown was founded in the Colony of Virginia on May 14, 1607.
Located at 37.23 -76.79 (Lat./Long.); Less than 2 km away
Jamestown High School (Virginia)
Jamestown High School is a public secondary school located in James City County, Virginia, just outside Williamsburg, Virginia. The school was opened in 1997, becoming the second of three high schools in the county. It is part of Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools and is located on 3751 John Tyler Highway. As of 2006, there are 1,524 students enrolled at Jamestown.
Located at 37.25 -76.79 (Lat./Long.); Less than 2 km away
Jamestown Glasshouse
The Jamestown Glasshouse is located in Jamestown, Virginia about 1 mile from Jamestown Island, location of the first permanent English settlement, and is a part of the Colonial National Historical Park. The original glasshouse was built soon after the first glassblowers (German & Polish) arrived in Jamestown in 1608. A series of small furnaces were built just a few yards away from the current exhibit.
Located at 37.22 -76.79 (Lat./Long.); Less than 2 km away
Four Mile Tree
Four Mile Tree is the name of a plantation near Jamestown, Virginia. Encompassing two thousand acres (8 km²), it was situated on the south side of the James River opposite Jamestown, four miles (6 km) further north. On a hill near the water's edge a handsome old house overlooks the river. This house with the whole plantation, was the estate of the Browne family where they lived for two hundred years. The first owner, Colonel Henry Browne, was a member of Sir William Berkeley's Council in 1643.
Located at 37.20 -76.85 (Lat./Long.); Less than 6 km away
Walsingham Academy
Walsingham Academy is an independent Roman Catholic school in Williamsburg, Virginia. Founded in 1947 and conducted by the Sisters of Mercy of Merion, Pennsylvania, in partnership with lay faculty members, is a Catholic school committed to providing an environment where human knowledge is imparted, enlightened, and enlivened by faith.
Located at 37.26 -76.73 (Lat./Long.); Less than 7 km away
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