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02/27/2025

Chesterfield’s Bermuda Hundred, a small community in the southeastern part of the county, was the first incorporated town in America and today holds a spot on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register.

Led by Sir Thomas Dale, who had founded the Citie of Henricus in 1611, the nearby town of Bermuda Hundred was settled by English colonists in 1613 on the peninsula at the confluence of the James and Appomattox Rivers.

Want to learn more about Bermuda Hundred? See below. 👇

Chesterfield’s Bermuda Hundred, a small community in the southeastern part of the county, was the very first incorporated town in America.

02/26/2025

Yesterday we asked you the original name of the First Baptist Church of Midlothian which is the oldest African American Church in Chesterfield County (built in 1846).

The answer: The First African Baptist Church of Coalfield

Did you get it right?! Learn more about Chesterfield history by visiting www.experiencechesterfield.com/history.

02/26/2025

It's Trivia Time!

The First Baptist Church of Midlothian is the oldest African American Church in Chesterfield County. What was its original name when it was built in 1846?

We'll post the answer on Feb. 26. Stay tuned!

To learn more about Chesterfield history, visit www.experiencechesterfield.com/history.

02/25/2025

From a music bingo night at Hidden Wit Brewing Company, a Spring Fling at Murville Cottage Co, a Jazz Brunch at Ashton Creek Vineyard and everything in between, add these events to your calendar so you can this week! And don't forget to subscribe to our email list so you can stay in the know. 📆✅

📸: Hidden Wit Brewing Company

Experience Chesterfield This Week, Feb. 24 - March 2 Chesterfield Virginia sent this bulletin at 02/24/2025 04:40 PM EST View as a webpage / Share Wondering how to this week?! We've got you covered! Thursday, Feb. 27 – Join Hidden Wit Brewing Company for the best kind of bi...

02/21/2025

Earlier we asked you to name the Chesterfield County Historic Landmark that served as an elementary school for African American children until 1947.

The answer: Pleasant View School

Did you get it right?! You can learn more about the history that happened here at our website by visiting www.experiencechesterfield.com/history.

02/20/2025

It's Trivia Day!

Comment below the name of this Chesterfield County Historic Landmark that served as an elementary school for African American children until 1947.

Check back later to find the answer or visit our history page to search for the answer: www.experiencechesterfield.com/history.😉

02/19/2025

From a Gals Night at Cross Creek Nursery & Landscaping, a bird watching opportunity at Dutch Gap, live music at Uptown Alley Richmond and everything in between, add these events to your calendar so you can this week! And don't forget to subscribe to our email list so you can stay in the know. 📆✅

Experience Chesterfield This Week, Feb. 17-23 Chesterfield Virginia sent this bulletin at 02/18/2025 06:45 PM EST View as a webpage / Share Wondering how to this week?! We've got you covered!Wednesday, Feb. 19 - Join Ashton Creek Vineyard for happy hour deals and trivia over....

02/14/2025

Chesterfield Hidden Gem✨

Nestled in the heart of Chester, Virginia, lies a truly unique treasure for lovers of craft beverages: Three Leg Run. This Hidden Gem is a delightful fusion of a brewery, winery, and meadery all in one place. Whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast, a wine connoisseur, or a mead fanatic, Three Leg Run is the perfect spot to explore exceptional local flavors and discover something new.

Learn more about this Hidden Gem here.👇

Sitting in the heart of Chester Village, this Hidden Gem is a delightful fusion of a brewery, winery, and meadery all in one place.

02/11/2025

It's ! We asked you to name the Virginia State University grad who is a member of the Airforce Space and Missile Pioneer Hall of Fame at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.

The answer: Gladys West, a pioneer in mathematics, minority advancement and the advent of the GPS. Did you get it right?!

Learn more about history in Chesterfield by visiting experiencechesterfield.com/history and stay tuned for more history trivia next week.

02/11/2025

From a Galentine's Event at The Midlothian Book Exchange, a Sweetheart 8k, ideas to support local businesses and everything in between, add these events to your calendar so you can this week! And don't forget to subscribe to our email list so you can stay in the know. 📆✅

📸: NAPA Kitchen and Wine

Experience Chesterfield This Week, Feb. 10-16 Chesterfield Virginia sent this bulletin at 02/11/2025 10:15 AM EST View as a webpage / Share Enjoying Galentine's Day or Valentine's Day in Chesterfield is the perfect way to celebrate love, friendship and support local business. Check out our recent bl...

02/11/2025

Tuesdays in Chesterfield are all about history. Test your knowledge about the history that happened here with !

Virginia State University, Virginia's first HBCU, is home to many notable alumni. Name the VSU grad who is a member of the Airforce Space and Missile Pioneer Hall of Fame at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.

We'll post the answer later today... stay tuned!

Learn more about history in Chesterfield by visiting experiencechesterfield.com/history.

02/08/2025

Chesterfield is proud to honor African American history and Black culture. During Black History Month, Chesterfield County Virginia Government and Virginia State University host a month-long celebration with a variety of programs exploring African American heritage. Read on to learn more. 👇

Chesterfield is proud to honor African American history and Black culture. Read on to learn more.

02/07/2025

Chesterfield's Richmond Pinball Collective is featured in the recent Chesterfield on Point blog, along with Chesterfield residents who are ranked in the state, and the world!

If you haven't checked out the space, this weekend is looking like the perfect time. 😉

You can read the full blog post here. 👇

Chesterfield County Virginia Government

Chesterfield father-son duo recently played in Virginia state championship, now setting their sights on a bigger regional event in Ohio

02/07/2025

Enjoying Galentine’s Day or Valentine’s Day in Chesterfield is the perfect way to celebrate love, friendship and support local businesses.

Check out our recent blog post for some local ideas. 💕

Enjoying Galentine's Day or Valentine’s Day in Chesterfield is the perfect way to celebrate love, friendship and support local businesses.

02/05/2025

From a Snowball Festival, the grand opening of Torch kitchen & Bar, a puppy bowl viewing party at O'Toole's Restaurant Midlothian, and everything in between, add these events to your calendar so you can this week! And don't forget to subscribe to our email list so you can stay in the know. 📆✅

Experience Chesterfield This Week, Feb. 3-9 Chesterfield Virginia sent this bulletin at 02/04/2025 08:40 PM EST View as a webpage / Share Here's how you can experience Chesterfield this week, Feb. 3-9, 2025. Friday, Feb. 7 – Enjoy a cozy evening at One Rose Décor with watercolor painting! This be...

02/02/2025

Did you know that among Chesterfield’s major historic moments, there are many firsts?! Travel through time with this snapshot of major moments in Chesterfield’s history from 1612 to 1882.

Among Chesterfield’s major historic moments are many firsts. Travel through time with this snapshot of major moments in Chesterfield’s history.

01/31/2025

Save the date! Learn more 👉 www.chesterfieldrestaurantweek.com

Chesterfield Food Bank Outreach Center
Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce

Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated second annual Chesterfield Restaurant Week from April 4-13, 2025. For this year’s Chesterfield Restaurant Wee...

01/30/2025

Welcome to our Hidden Gem Series where we highlight businesses throughout the county. Why are we doing this? Well, it’s simple. We love connecting residents and visitors to our incredible county and we thought, what better way to spread the word than to create a series for all to enjoy! Check back every other week to learn more. We’re excited to share Chesterfield’s Hidden Gems with you!

First up, Bangers and D***s, an indoor pickleball facility. Learn more about Bangers and D***s by visiting our blog, and view our Instagram Reel 👉 www.instagram.com/p/DFdnXxISLu2/

This hidden gem series highlights Bangers & D***s, an indoor pickleball facility offering a space where people of all ages and skill levels can enjoy the sport.