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Delve into Scotland in United States
Scotland in the region of Virginia with its 203 residents is located in United States - some 119 mi or ( 192 km ) South of Washington , the country's capital .
Local time in Scotland is now 10:13 PM (Friday) . The local timezone is named " America/New York " with a UTC offset of -4 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Raleigh, Philadelphia, Arlington, Blanks Store, and Chesapeake. While being here, you might want to check out Raleigh . We discovered some clip posted online . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Scotland ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Glassblowing at Jamestown Glasshouse - A 5-minute Lesson HD
In a 5-minute lesson, watch master glassblower Eric Schneider expertly demonstrate the art of glassblowing at Jamestown Glasshouse. Whether you appreciate hand-crafted artistry or are fascinated by le ..
Jamestown - Scotland Ferry
Ferry operated by the Virginia Department of Transportation across the James River, providing access to Jamestown and Williamsburg ..
Glassblowing at Jamestown Glasshouse - music video
Jamestown Glasshouse - where American history is more interesting than you thought! Watch talented artisans demonstrate the craft of glassblowing at Jamestown Glasshouse. Whether you appreciate hand-c ..
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Cobham, Surry County, Virginia
Cobham was a small town in Surry County, Virginia. It was established by an Act of the Virginia House of Burgesses in 1691, when each county in the Virginia Colony was directed set aside 50 acres of land for a town. Storehouses were to be built for products imported and tobacco to be exported. It was ordered that the county sell half-acre lots for its citizens to inhabit the town. It was located at the mouth of Gray's Creek at the James River across and somewhat downstream from Jamestown.
Located at 37.17 -76.77 (Lat./Long.); Less than 2 km away
Jamestown Church
Jamestown Church, partially built in 1639 in Jamestown, Virginia, is one of the oldest surviving buildings built by Europeans in the original thirteen colonies that became the United States. It is part of Jamestown National Historic Site, and is owned by the Preservation Virginia (formerly known as the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities).
Located at 37.21 -76.78 (Lat./Long.); Less than 3 km away
Jamestown Glasshouse
The Jamestown Glasshouse is located in Jamestown, Virginia about 1 mile from Jamestown Island, location of the first permanent English settlement, and is a part of the Colonial National Historical Park. The original glasshouse was built soon after the first glassblowers (German & Polish) arrived in Jamestown in 1608. A series of small furnaces were built just a few yards away from the current exhibit.
Located at 37.22 -76.79 (Lat./Long.); Less than 4 km away
Jamestown Settlement
Jamestown Settlement is a name used by the Commonwealth of Virginia's portion of the historical sites and museums at Jamestown. Jamestown was the first successful English settlement on the mainland of North America. Named for King James I of England, Jamestown was founded in the Colony of Virginia on May 14, 1607.
Located at 37.23 -76.79 (Lat./Long.); Less than 5 km away
Four Mile Tree
Four Mile Tree is the name of a plantation near Jamestown, Virginia. Encompassing two thousand acres (8 km²), it was situated on the south side of the James River opposite Jamestown, four miles (6 km) further north. On a hill near the water's edge a handsome old house overlooks the river. This house with the whole plantation, was the estate of the Browne family where they lived for two hundred years. The first owner, Colonel Henry Browne, was a member of Sir William Berkeley's Council in 1643.
Located at 37.20 -76.85 (Lat./Long.); Less than 6 km away
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