Williamsburg - Richmond, VA
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bluesnote
N 37° 30.476 W 077° 20.034
18S E 293714 N 4153780
This is one of a few historical markers at the elevators for the airport parking garage.
Waymark Code: WMM3XH
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 07/16/2014
Views: 3
The plaque is on the second floor and reads, "The Colonial capital was moved to Williamsburg, (named in honor of King William III) in 1699 until 1780, when the capital was moved to Richmond. The Governor's Palace is furnished with one of the finest collects of English and American antiques in America. The Virginia General Assembly, the oldest legislative body in the western hemisphere, meets in the House of Burgesses each year."
Group that erected the marker: N/A
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive, Suite A, Richmond, VA 23250
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: Not listed
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