James River Batteau Festival

Yesterday, the batteau started their annual trek down the James River. Today's batteau are replicas of the flat bottomed trading boats that carried tobacco and other goods from Lynchburg to Richmond, Virginia in the 1700 and 1800's providing an important east-west trade route. The featoval participants are dressed in period costume and have constructed their boats themselves.

The James River Batteau Festival kicked off yesterday, Saturday June 21 as the boats set off from Percival's Island in Lynchburg on the first leg of their 120 mile, 8 day journey to Richmond. The batteau will stop at a different location each afternoon. The public is invited to see the boats and meet the crews at any of the eight locations. Food will also be available.

On Wednesday June 18 the batteau will tie up at Scottsville in southern Albemarle County. Historic Scottsville has many events planned including crafts, music and food vendors. This is the perfect time for Charlottesville residents to come out, see the boats and have a good time.

Saturday June 21 the journey will end at Maiden's Landing in Richmond.

For information, an itinerary, schedule, and daily notes on the voyage click here.

Pam Dent, e-PRO, SRES
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