Neighbors and tourists listen to historic tales while enjoying chickens and donuts.
The Progress-Index
PETERSBURG - Over 25 people, strolled down Grove Avenue to see Mother Nature s beauty, exercise, and take in a bit of history.
The Historic Petersburg Foundation [HPF] hosted their final of four spring walking tours through Petersburg: Old Towne, High Street, Poplar Lawn Historic District, and Grove Avenue.
On the morning of April 24, I stopped by HPF s All Things Garden fundraising event which was held at the Peter Jones Trading Station located at North Market Street and Grove Avenue. As I purchased plants donated by locals, I noticed a group of people forming a circle.
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.