Destination Bedford offers big, bold and unforgettable experiences. You’ll see stunning beauty in the Blue Ridge Mountains and hear stories of bravery that will take your breath away at the National D-Day Memorial.
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Behind-The-Scenes Tours at Poplar Forest
Explore the architectural design, history and restoration of Thomas Jefferson's Palladian-style villa on this hour-long, behind-the-scenes tour guided by the architectural historian who has overseen the restoration since it began in 1989. Join Travis McDonald, Poplar Forest's Director of Architectural Restoration, and discover how the restoration architects, architectural historians and craftsmen are meticulously restoring Jefferson's...
Find out more »Live Music and Food Specials @ Drifter’s
Come to Drifter's for specials including 50¢ peel 'n eat shrimp from 11am until they run out! DDT’s will be live from 2-5pm.
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Live Music @ Mitchell’s
Enjoy great food and live music by Percy Abell while looking at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake!
Find out more »Live Music @ Portside
Come enjoy live music and yummy food at this waterfront, outdoor dock pub, located in the Virginia Dare marina. Click here to see who is playing this week!
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