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Chesapeake Area Guide

Chesapeake is an independent city located in Virginia with a population of approximately 220, 500. Chesapeake is a diverse city with urban areas as well as many square miles of protected forests and wetlands. The city is located along the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and extends all the way from the rural border of North Carolina to the harbor area of Hampton Roads adjacent to the cities of Norfolk and Portsmouth.

Chesapeake is a diverse city with many urban areas. Chesapeake is in the center of many attractions including golf, waterways, parks, nightlife, dining, music, culture, sports and nature of all kinds. Chesapeake is located just 20 minutes from the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, 15 minutes from downtown Norfolk, and 45 minutes from the history of Colonial Williamsburg.

History

Chesapeake’s history dates back much further than 1963 when Norfolk County and the City of South Norfolk merged to create the new City of Chesapeake. The first English settlement began around 1620 along the banks of the Elizabeth River. Norfolk County’s founding dates back to 1636.
In the beginning of the Revolutionary War, British Royal Governor Lord Dunmore moved his forces from Norfolk to Great Bridge where his army entrenched itself to await the arrival of American forces. The two armies clashed on December 9, 1775, in the historic Battle of Great Bridge, just a few hundred yards from where the Chesapeake Municipal Complex stands today. In this brief but decisive battle, the Americans routed Lord Dunmore’s forces, which fled to Norfolk and later abandoned that city.
In 1793, work began on the Dismal Swamp Canal, which was an idea first envisioned by George Washington in 1763. The canal finally opened in 1805, but experienced hard times over the years. Completion of the Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal in 1858 dealt a serious blow to the Dismal Swamp Canal. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, the Dismal Swamp Canal is the oldest operating artificial waterway in the country. Both canals are operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers which forms part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway.
The first local encounter of the Civil War occurred at Sewell’s Point in May 1861, but no battles were fought in what is now Chesapeake. When the war ended, Norfolk County took advantage of its abundant natural resources, including coastal location, miles of riverfront, deep water harbors, and fertile, level farmland to recover quickly and move without hesitation into the 20th Century.
While most of the area retained its rural atmosphere through the early 1900’s, the northern section near the growing City of Norfolk began to develop as the suburb of South Norfolk. By 1900, South Norfolk had its own waterworks, public schools, and a post office. Two rail lines spurred rapid growth, allowing South Norfolk to incorporate as an independent town in 1919 and a city of the first class, independent of Norfolk County, in 1950.
Parks and Recreation

The City of Chesapeake Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to providing a wide variety of healthy, wholesome activities as well as preserving and maintaining the city’s parks, facilities and open spaces. The department meets the diverse needs of a growing population with a variety of recreational, social and cultural activities and is responsible for maintaining city parks and athletic grounds. A City Council-appointed citizen advisory board helps direct the operation of the recreation, parks, athletics, community center, senior, therapeutics and leisure divisions. Additionally, the grounds maintenance division of Parks and Recreation is responsible for the care, maintenance and beautification of parks, playgrounds, and athletic fields and facilities.

For a complete list of parks in the area click here http://www.chesapeake.va.us/services/depart/park-rec/parks.shtml

For the Parks & Recreation Department website click here http://www.chesapeake.va.us/services/depart/park-rec/index.shtml

Events

Chesapeake is home to many exciting activities that will keep you and your family occupied all year long. Bring your friends to the Annual Phelps Brothers Music Festival or the Annual Open Horseshoe Tournament. You’re bound to have a fantastic time creating new memories here in Chesapeake.

11th Annual Phelps Brothers Music Festival http://phelpsbrothers.tripod.com
This annual festival celebrates the music careers of local legends Norman, Willie and Earl Phelps. They have starred on stage, screen, radio, television, and recording throughout their careers. We will have musical instruments and a pictorial history on display for your enjoyment. Local musicians will perform country and blue grass music.

9th Annual Chesapeake Open Horseshoe Tournament http://www.vahpa.com
The Chesapeake Horseshoe Club and Chesapeake Parks and Recreation will host the Chesapeake Horseshoe Tournament. Saturday is the sanctioned tournament that features male and female champion pitchers from the Mid-Atlantic region. The open tournament will be held Friday and Saturday. Finals will be held Saturday afternoon.

5th Annual Chesapeake Criterium http://www.bikereg.com
This is a great opportunity for families to experience top level bike racing in Chesapeake! There will be races for all United States Cycling Federation Categories. Prize money will be awarded to top finishers in each category.

US Open 9-Ball Championships http://www.usopen9ballchampionships.com
Now in its 34th year, come watch the world’s greatest 9-ball pool champions at the Chesapeake Conference Center for up to $250,000 in cash prizes. Custom product and accessory displays show you how to replicate the experience at home.

For a complete list of events in the area visit the events calendar by clicking here http://www.visitchesapeake.com/whattodo/calendar/index.cfm?showweek=1&cdate=04-30-2009

Attractions

Chesapeake is home to many attractions that you won’t want to miss out on. Bring your family and friends out to the Cahoon Plantation or the Chesapeake Veteran’s Memorial. Don’t forget your camera!

Cahoon Plantation http://www.cahoonplantation.com/layout9.asp?id=228&page=4325
Inspired by the great links style courses of the British Isles, “The Isles Golf Links” at Cahoon Plantation brings together the best characteristics of a truly old world, European golf experience into one grand showcase of modern golf construction on this side of the Atlantic. Enjoy the smoothest, greenest playing surface available on the only bent grass golf course from tee to fairway to green in the Williamsburg, Virginia Beach and Outer Banks of North Carolina corridor.

Chesapeake Veteran’s Memorial http://chesapeakeveteransmemorial.com
The Chesapeake Veteran’s Memorial commemorates the service and sacrifice of Chesapeake citizens and loved ones who are serving or who have served in all branches of the military. The memorial is located on the municipal center grounds and is made up of a marble structure and more than 1,000 individual memorial pavers.

For a complete list of attractions in the area click here http://www.visitchesapeake.com/whattodo/index.cfm?sfilter=ALL&efilter=ALL&startrow=1

For more information on Chesapeake VA visit the official website by clicking here http://www.chesapeake.va.us

For the Chesapeake Visitors & Convention Bureau website click here http://www.visitchesapeake.com

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