Maymont is a 122-acre estate of the Dooley family, which was donated to the city of Richmond, VA in the early 1900's. The Dooley's spent decades landscaping the grounds and furnishing the mansion with wonderful treasures and inspiration from all over the world. Today, the mansion and buildings are still maintained for touring. And, in addition to sprawling lawns, animal farm, and a zoo of sorts, Maymont has the most wonderful gardens. If you need an escape, like I did this week, these gardens are the place to go. It's another world. You forget you are in the city.
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My son and I went to a Pow Wow they have here every year. It. Is. Awesome. We learn about the culture of the American Indians, traditions, customs... and the dancing, drumming and singing is awesome. Truly moving.
And this year, it means even more since J is learning about the Eastern Woodland Indians, in particular the Powhatan. I am, of course, honest about the history, as much as i know about it. And he is piecing together that the British and others, stole their land. I am sure more questions will be coming. Until then, enjoy this small selection before they go up on the site. |