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Smithfield,
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Smithfield was
first colonized in 1634. Today it calls itself "the ham capital
of the world" because it is the home of Smithfield Foods, which makes
Smithfield hams. The town is small and charming. Smithfield is near
Portsmouth, an OldeTowne,
and the many attractions on the James River, making it a good
destination for history buffs. Caution romantics: Although Bacon's Castle
was built in 1665, it doesn't look like a castle. |
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Location
West
of Newport News
On the Pagan River
Map
Population
About 6,500
Features
Antiques
shops
Art and craft galleries
Bacon's Castle (757) 357-5976
Bakeries
Bed and breakfast inns
Boykin's Tavern Museum (757) 365-9771
Campgrounds
and RV parks nearby
Check
Woodall's guide
Fine craft shops
Hotels and vacation rentals in this area
Isle of Wight Museum (757) 357-7459
Marina
Public sculpture
Victorian architecture
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Visitor information center
Walking tour
(self-guided)
Hours
Many
shops open Sundays 1:00-5:00 pm
Museums not open every day, nor all year
Festivals
May:
Olden Days (Memorial Day weekend)
December: Christmas Openhouse
Recommended
stay
Half
to full day (Smithfield only)
2-3
days (including Jamestown, Norfolk, etc.)
Tourist
information
Smithfield
& Isle of Wight Convention and Visitors
Bureau:
www.Smithfield-Virginia.com
800-365-9339
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