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Fall 2016 Membership Meeting The Commonwealth Club, Richmond, Virginia |
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At the Fall 2016 Jamestowne Society Meeting, we had several events. On Friday, there was a Fall Heritage Tour. That evening, we had a delightful meal at the Governor's Dinner. Saturday morning started with the Jamestowne Society Council meeting. We then had the opportunity to shop in the Jamestowne Society shop. The weekend was topped off with the Spring Membership Luncheon.
Jamestowne Society Fall Heritage Tour - Friday, November 4, 2016
The tour included a visit to two historic plantations, Mt. Airy and Sabine Hall, and a luncheon at Lowery's Restaurant in Tappahannock. The tour was open to all Jamestowne Society members and guests and was a sold-out success.
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Mount Airy Plantation
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Sabine Hall Plantation
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Mt. Airy was completed in 1764 in the neo-Palladian style. John Tayloe II (1721-1779) was the builder and at the time he was one of the richest planter in Virginia. His son-in-law, Francis Lightfoot Lee and his wife Rebecca Tayloe are buried on the estate. Mt. Airy became a National Historic Landmark in 1960 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. It was featured on the television series, “American Rehab: Virginia”.
Sabine Hall was built by Landon Carter (1710-1778) between 1738-1742, son of Robert “King” Carter. It is a Georgian-style manor house with two wings and a fully paneled central hall and a carved walnut stairway. It overlooks six gardened terraces on the Rappahannock River. In 1969, it was added to the National Register of Historic and the next year it became a National Historic Landmark.
Lowery's Seafood Restaurant in Tappahannock served the tour group a seafood buffet of local, fresh, baked and broiled sea-food, popcorn shrimp, “All American Fried Chicken”, baked chicken, spoon bread, hush puppies, soup of the day, salad and dessert bars.
Sabine Hall was built by Landon Carter (1710-1778) between 1738-1742, son of Robert “King” Carter. It is a Georgian-style manor house with two wings and a fully paneled central hall and a carved walnut stairway. It overlooks six gardened terraces on the Rappahannock River. In 1969, it was added to the National Register of Historic and the next year it became a National Historic Landmark.
Lowery's Seafood Restaurant in Tappahannock served the tour group a seafood buffet of local, fresh, baked and broiled sea-food, popcorn shrimp, “All American Fried Chicken”, baked chicken, spoon bread, hush puppies, soup of the day, salad and dessert bars.
Governor's Dinner - Friday, November 4, 2016
The Governor's Dinner was held at the Commonwealth Club, Richmond, Virginia. Cocktails started at 6:15 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m.
Menu:
Pear and Walnut Salad Mixed Greens, Poached Pear, Gorgonzola Cheese, Toasted Walnuts, and Port Vinaigrette
Grilled Pork Porterhouse with Molasses Grilled Onions, Maple and Pecan Mashed Sweet Potatoes, and grilled tomatoes & asparagus
Dessert: Warm Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Pear and Walnut Salad Mixed Greens, Poached Pear, Gorgonzola Cheese, Toasted Walnuts, and Port Vinaigrette
Grilled Pork Porterhouse with Molasses Grilled Onions, Maple and Pecan Mashed Sweet Potatoes, and grilled tomatoes & asparagus
Dessert: Warm Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Jamestowne Society Council Meeting - Saturday, November 5, 2016
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The Jamestowne Society Shop - Saturday, November 5, 2016
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Fall Membership Meeting and Luncheon - Saturday, November 5, 2016
The Fall Membership Luncheon was held at the Commonwealth Club, Richmond, Virginia. A reception at 11:15 a.m. was followed by luncheon at noon.
Our menu for the Fall Membership Meeting was sliced beef tenderloin medallion with grilled shrimp, seasonal orzo salad, charred red onion marmalade, and olive oil emulsion. The entrée was served with Caesar salad, house rolls, tea and coffee. Dessert was warm vanilla bread pudding with chocolate bourbon sauce.
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Last Update: 21 Nov 2016