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Batteaux Bring Virginia’s River Past to Life
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Step back in time as Virginia celebrates its 41st Batteau Festival, where handcrafted flat-bottomed riverboats—once vital to colonial trade—take center stage on the James River. Experience history firsthand with free boat tours, live music, food, and interactive exhibits, as families from all ages—including a 12-year-old learning to steer—join crews passionate about preserving this river heritage. More than just a weekend of fun, this festival keeps a fading chapter of Virginia’s past alive, ensuring the legacy of these historic vessels flows into the future.
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