Prince George Master Gardeners affiliated with the Virginia Cooperative Extension, a Virginia Tech and Virginia State University partnership, were present sharing advice and knowledge with attendees.
"Ladies of Low Street" Meanie and Feisty softened up a bit while listening to flutist Iris Schwartz perform.
According to Bobbie, the HPF selected the location for the event because it has a great yard and vantage point as well as high traffic volume.
"We want people to be aware and always remember the history of the Peter Jones Trading Station," said Bobbie.
HPF owns the Peter Jones Trading Station located at the most historic intersection in Petersburg just south of the Appomattox River: North Market Street and Grove Avenue.