Welcome!

Charming Old Towne Petersburg has a wealth of experiences to offer!  This area is steeped in history, culture, and the arts.  Our location just South of Richmond, Virginia off I-95 and near I-85 make us a perfect stop-over for weary travellers.  Get off I-95 at exit 52, take a stroll around our shopping/dining loop, stretch your legs on the Appomattox River Trail, find a unique gift, explore our antiques stores, enjoy a meal, enjoy any of several regular music venues.  A quick check in at the Visitor's Center will provide you with information on all current happenings.

Historic buildings and gorgeous architecture in our renovated Old Towne area create the perfect backdrop for regular festivals including Friday for the Arts! (held 6-10 pm on the 2nd Friday of each month), Nostalgiafest (held in Oct.), and other events . 

We hope after viewing information about our excellent restaurants, antiques and specialty shops and browsing the links to our historical sites, museums, and art galleries that you will plan a visit for a few hours or a few days!
Pictures are courtesy of Ron Roller
www.craterroad.com
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Friday for the Arts!

Join us the 2nd Friday of each month from 6 - 10 pm... for Petersburg's monthly celebration of the arts. 
Most months we have 15+ arts venues and 7+ music venues.  Locations are mainly clustered in a walkable loop, or take the free Arts Bus - shuttling visitors between parking lots and all sites.  Pick up a brochure at most Old Towne stores, restaurants and art galleries.  Get the current schedule HERE.
Old Towne Merchants Group
This page lists
ONLY A FEW of our upcoming events.  Please go to the EVENTS page to see more!
There's always something going on - come see what's NEW in Old Towne ...

Affiliated with FORT LEE?

Old Towne is your closest neighbor for excellent food, unique shopping, concerts, etc.  Old Towne Merchants are FORT LEE FRIENDLY - ask business owners about MILITARY DISCOUNTS OR SPECIALS.

WHAT'S YOUR PLEASURE?

SHOPPING?
The renovated historic buildings of Old Towne offer
(click links above for complete details) 

DINING?
Whatever your taste and mood, you will find it here  (view all listings)
  • British pub, delis, coffee shops and bistros, sushi bar, comfy neighborhood diner, Italian, Greek, and South American restaurants, ice cream shop, and more!
  • Catering and event venues for any size party or wedding in beautifully renovated historic buildings
  • Specialty food, cheese, beer and wine shops - take the party home!

RELAXATION &PAMPERING?
Old Towne is host to
  • full service spas
  • salons
  • yoga studios
  • therapeutic massage & chiropractic services
(view all listings)

NEED A SPECIALTY SERVICE?
We have a variety of professionals ready to assist you (view all listings)
  • Realtor / Relocation Services
  • Accountant
  • Advertising
  • Upholstery expert
  • Attorney
  • Custom tile art

FARMER'S MARKET
Saturday mornings 7 - noon
(near the Visitor Center)
MAY THRU FALL for seasonal produce / ALL YEAR LONG for organic meat, eggs, baked goods
BLUEGRASS JAM SESSIONS MOST OF THE SUMMER!





HISTORY BUFF?

You'll find lots to do here ...

Petersburg Battlefield Park
Pamplin Historical Park
Seige Museum
Blandford Church
Centre Hill Mansion
U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum
U.S. Army Women's Museum
Ft Lee Visitor's Information
Battersea Annual Revolutionary War
    Reenactment

LODGING
STAY A FEW DAYS

What might you do in Old Towne?

Check out a GREAT RESTAURANT.  We suggest THE DIXIE DINER for casual, fun fare in a retro diner (music most evenings).

Freshen up your Spring wardrobe with something new from THE PINK SCOTTIE.  View all fashion boutique listings here.

Of course, any trip to Petersburg can start at the Visitor's Center for current event info
425 Cockade Alley
9 AM to 5 PM daily
Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years Day Phone: (804) 733-2400, 1-800-368-3595
Email: petgtourism@earthlink.net
And, parking is FREE and most restaurants and shops are within a walkable loop.

Enjoy your day in Old Towne!
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Retail Merchants Association

Friday for the Fort
June 13th
Join us for this event showcasing the talents of the Fort Lee Family Community

Fort Lee Museum Art will be on display at the Siege Museum
The Fort Lee Family Community has been invited to participate in an Art Display, this includes categories such as but not limited to - culinary, painting, photography, sculpture and music with a limit of 5 pieces per artist.  Primary visual art locations will be the PRAC mezzanine and the upper level of  PAAL
Hear the sounds of The Petersburg Symphony
Specialty Food at The Black Swan (Old Towne Catering Company)
(NOTE that this is a Friday for the Arts! event and all other restaurants and cafes will be operating as usual)

To get information on exhibiting your visual art, or performing at this event, or for more details on the event, contact
Frances Lilly, Old Towne Visitors Center, 804.733.2400, email petgtourism@earthlink.net
SCAVENGER HUNT in
Old Towne - May 9 - May 15!
Go to the HUNT PAGE

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Local news, videos, links!