Near Richmond in Henrico County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Varina
Photographed By Kathy Walker, August 11, 2007
1. Varina Marker
The name derives from the resemblance of the tobacco introduced and grown by John Rolfe in 1614 to a variety grown in Varina, Spain. Varina was established as a town in 1680 and became the civil, judicial, and ecclesiastical center of Henrico County. The town became the county seat and included the first courthouse and jail, dunking stool, tavern, ferry, and racetrack, as well as Henrico Parish's church and glebe. In 1752 the county seat was moved to Richmond. The town of Varina was located on the north bank of the James River just east of the present I-295 bridge.Erected 1996 by Department of Historic Resources. (Marker Number V-33.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Churches & Religion • Colonial Era • Notable Places • Political Subdivisions. In addition, it is included in the Virginia Department of Historic Resources series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1614.
Location. 37° 26.115′ N, 77° 19.742′ W. Marker is near Richmond, Virginia
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Action at Osborne's (here, next to this marker); Proposed First University in English America (here, next to this marker); Henrico History (a few steps from this marker); Henrico Town (a few steps from this marker); Pocahontas (a few steps from this marker); New Market Heights (within shouting distance of this marker); William Hatcher (within shouting distance of this marker); George Thorpe (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Richmond.
Photographed By Kathy Walker, August 11, 2007
2. Varina Marker
Shown with markers Action at Osborne's (V 48), Proposed First University in English America (V 30), Henrico Town (V 29), and Pocahontas (V 28).
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, March 26, 2017
3. Varina Marker (relocated)
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, March 26, 2017
4. Varina Marker (relocated)
Credits. This page was last revised on March 26, 2017. It was originally submitted on July 27, 2008, by Kathy Walker of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 2,214 times since then and 166 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 27, 2008, by Kathy Walker of Stafford, Virginia. 3, 4. submitted on March 26, 2017, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
