Some interesting pieces here, a few cuts above a Chesapeake bay area gallery - no decoys, for…read moreexample. There were some fascinating pieces-bowls, etc - made from historic trees that bit the dust. Information about the tree came along with the piece. Other modernist paintings available.

There is so much to this place, so much of the beauty of the Shore. The artists paint the waves…read moreand the wings. The jewelers capture the light with their beads and glass. People who live here paint and string and sketch what they love. A beautiful gallery...

This is a neat no bones about it shop right off the side of the road off 13 on the Eastern Shore…read more Staff were welcoming and matter of fact. The inside is filled with cool handmade and nautical-themed items. Some look like they're locally handmade while some look like they were probably purchased, sourced, or brought in. I saw some driftwood mermaids, some funny signs, a lamp filled with sea glass, tons of shells for purchase as a group or individually and various other items. What really catches your eye from the street is the large hewn wood slabs you can make a table or some furniture or decor items from. Most of them are pretty reasonable with 3ft by 5ft or so ones costing between $30-50 depending on the width.

Oh my goodness.... this place is heaven for a person that loves all things Beach, and antiques…read more What attracted me first was all the old glass bottles and windows outside. I refinish furniture and windows. So I looked at a few and decided that I just have to come back. The pricing was perfect. I want to saw $10-$15 a window. Totally doable! The man outside was so nice. He greeted us and let us roam and take in the sights. There were also beautiful slabs of wood outsideZ perfect for anyone who does projects, especially if it involves epoxy. We then headed inside. A lot of trinkets and craft like items. There were some antique pieces of furniture as well. Just a little bit of everything. If you are heading towards VA BEACH or going in the direction to Cape Charles from VA BEACH you have to hit this place up. At least get out and walk around to stretch if it's not your cup of tea.

Great exhibits. There are interesting inside exhibits that explore transportation through time…read more Included are numerous interactive activities. Outside includes numerous vehicles, boats and trains.

A secret gem of a museum hidden in FT Eustis!…read more We had so much fun and there was a ton to do at this Ft Eustis museum! It was awesome seeing all the trains,planes and automobiles in the Army's history! This was extremely well put together and was fantastic to go through! It is located on the base itself, so access is limited to being able to get onto the base.

Came to see Deltaville with the family one summer day and this was the primary stopping point. We…read morecame to the museum and wish we were able to spend much more time at the spot. It really has the potential to fill a few days and we need to come back for one of their events. Once you find which building is the main entry (it's well marked) the docents take exceptional care of you. The visitors set up the video for us and some other visitors and I highly recommend taking the time to watch it to understand the menhaden industry and why the museum is here. Then we spent a LOT of time looking at the exhibits in the main building. Everything you could want to know about the local area and its fishing & maritime history. Lots of artifacts, models, dioramas, visual aides, etc. Afterwards we went outside and visited the ships that they have for their hands on education. I really want to come back and sail on the skipjack. Finally we ended at the train museum. That thing is spectacularly impressive. No idea why it is related to the mission of the museum but it definitely fills the "unique & interesting" bucket. Sadly it is only running when the right volunteers are around so hopefully it matches your exhibit. Someone(s) have spent a LOT of time & money on that & it is novel to take in.

What a gem of a museum! Staff was super friendly and lots of well organized info and artifacts…read morepacked into a small space. The grounds were lovely as well! My favorite was the pond boat collection.

The story of this house and it's series of residents makes clear that a lot of racial assumptions…read moreabout the Civil War are wrong. Neither the freededmen nor the restored land owner could sustain the farm after the war despite fertile land and roads and rail connections. The docents are knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The grounds are lovely. The house is incredible for when it was built. It would make a great mansion in the 1930s but it was built fifty years earlier.

Lee Hall is an interesting historic house museum Built in 1859, on the eve of the Civil War, it is…read moreItalianate in style on the outside, but has a Georgian interior floor plan. When built it was the most prominent house in Warwick County. It was used as aConfederate headquarters in April-May 1862. The basement contains an extensive exhibit on the 1862 Peninsula Campaign of the Civil War. The two furnished floors above are shown on the guided tour. Furnishings are arranged as they might have been in 1861. The bedrooms contain modern-looking closets. Our guide did his best to dispel the oft-repeated story that closets were taxed as though they were rooms (and that is why closets were uncommon). Lee Hall's bedrooms had them. The grounds contain a two-story brick outbuilding identified as the kitchen. It is not open and little was related about it or its configuration and use. Also on the grounds are the remains of Confederate earthworks. Troops camped one the property used it as a base to launch an observation balloon. After 1862, the Civil War largely bypassed the area and the house survived. The house was occupied into the late 20th century and divided into apartments for a time. The city of Newport News acquired it in 1996 and restored it. Definitely recommended for historic house enthusiasts.

Ahoy! Cool nautical museum with a sweet little gift shop attached. Outside you will find a ship,…read morethe Betsy, and a placard describing its historical relevance. Inside, you walk into the small but unique gift shop. Lots of see-worthy finds including bird feeders, jewelry, chimes, pictures, books, signs, platters, mugs, and knick knacks. There's an area for kids with toys and dress up clothes for the pirate or mermaid in your crew. My purchases consisted of so many mermaid items... bracelets, earrings, decór... I think I almost cleaned them out. The prices were reasonable for this touristy store and the lady behind the counter was friendly and efficient. If you love nautical, beach themed goods, this is the helm of the Yorktown area! I wouldn't steer you wrong!

Highly recommend checking out this gem of a store! Located in the quaint downtown area of Cape…read moreCharles, VA, Voiajer is filled with unique and often handcrafted items that you won't find anywhere else. What makes this shop even more special is its mission--everything sold supports fair trade and nonprofit organizations working to combat sex trafficking, and to support orphanages and group homes. Shopping with purpose? Yes, please! Bonus tip: there's a public parking lot located right behind the store for easy access. Don't miss this place if you're in the area--it's truly one-of-a-kind.

An absolutely beautiful fair trade store in the heart of downtown Cape Charles. I truly cannot…read morebelieve I am the first to ever review this spot, let alone add it to Yelp. This is an excellent store with beautiful items. If you are unfamiliar with fair trade, fair trade changes the way trade works through better prices, decent working conditions and a fairer deal for makers in developing countries. You purchase a beautiful product that helps a person (usually women) obtain a living wage. From jewelry, to pottery, clothing and home goods, Voiajer has a huge selection of thoughtful items. I loved that their fair trade practices also include a photo and small story about the maker. I purchased a necklace and enjoyed reading about the amazing Haitian woman that made it. If I were a local, I could have easily purchased so many other pieces of decor! Voiajer is located on the main drag of shops and is conveniently located next to a bakery. I came into this shop twice in the morning after my coffee and it made me so happy. Because I was in Cape Charles during the off-season (I was there for a wedding), I basically had the place to myself. Voiajer is a total dream. Check it out and you won't regret it!

Looking for a gift that says I care but with a healthy dose of sarcasm then I think we've found the…read moreperfect place If you are visiting Cape Charles definitely stop in

This is a really cute shop packed to the brim with all sorts of snarking gifts, fun puzzles,…read morestickers, etc! Located in the heart of Cape Charles and nestled amongst the strip of cute boutiques "Like a sailor" is a fun place to shop for laugh out loud gifts for your closest friends & family members! The staff were pleasant and very accommodating!