New Historical Village In Chesapeake Opens To The Public

NJG Staff Report

CHESAPEAKE

The Historical Village at the Dismal Swamp officially opened July 30 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony witnessed by area residents, city leaders and public officials. The new site celebrates the area’s early local history populated by Indigenous, enslaved and newly emancipated peoples. It aims to become a major tourist destination as it continues to develop…

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