Berkeley Plantation

Berkeley Plantation is a historic site in Charles City County, Virginia, USA, dating back to 1619. As one of America’s oldest plantations, it holds great significance, witnessing the first official Thanksgiving in the New World. The estate was home to prominent figures like Benjamin Harrison V, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, and William Henry Harrison, the ninth President of the United States. Preserving its colonial heritage, the Georgian-style mansion stands as a testament to history. Visitors can explore the mansion and its gardens while engaging themselves in the plantation’s rich past, making Berkeley Plantation a captivating destination for history enthusiasts and tourists alike.