State Facts
Virginia was the 10th state to join the union. It became a state on June 25, 1788.
Capital - Richmond
Abbreviation - VA
Nickname - Old Dominion
Motto - "Sic Semper Tyrannis" - Thus Always to Tyrants
Song - Carry Me Back to Old Virginia
Bird - Cardinal
Flower - American Dogwood
Insect - Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly
Area - approximately 42,769 square miles
Websites for studying about Virginia
The Declaration of Causes of the Seceding States
The declarations of secession for Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia (primary sources)
Worksheets and puzzles for kids to learn more about Virginia
America's Maritime Treasure. You'll find one of the largest international maritime history museums filled to the crow's nest with prized artifacts that celebrate the spirit of seafaring adventure. Explore over 60,000 square feet of gallery space with rare figureheads, handcrafted ship models, Civil War ironclad USS Monitor artifacts, paintings, small craft from around the world, and much more.
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Home Educator Experience
Learn about running a household and preparing foods, colonial diversions and pastimes as well as education and apprenticeships at the Benjamin Powell House.
Fun Educational Activities
From TeachersFirst. A comprehensive resource on Virginia
Mr. Donn has been online for as long as I can remember and he has one of the largest collections of social studies resources available. This is his collection of Virginia resources.
Information about Virginia. State study guides have been added to the Fast Facts pages
From the Library of Congress. Games and stories of America's past.
Facts & Trivia about Virginia
RoadsideAmerica.com - Virginia
Unique tourist attractions and landmarks in Virginia
Loads of fun facts, photos, and travel information about Virginia.
EnchantedLearning.com
Ready Virginia is a statewide public education effort to prepare Virginians for all hazards, including natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks. Ready Virginia encourages Virginians to do three things to prepare for emergencies: * Get an emergency supply kit * Make an emergency plan * Stay informed about the hazards that could impact Virginia The Ready Virginia Web site is a central, authoritative resource for preparedness information for all Virginians.
Virginia Virtual Field Trips
History Museum of Western Virginia
Roanoke
Lewis and Clark Resources at the Jefferson Monticello
Charlottesville
Luray Caverns
Luray
