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Known for marine science education
About Gloucester Point
Gloucester Point is a census-designated place in Gloucester County, Virginia. It has a population of 10,587 as recorded in the 2020 census. The area is notable for being home to the College of William & Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science.
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Watermen's Museum
The Watermen's Museum is located in Hickory Hills. It is an attraction that focuses on the history of Chesapeake Bay 'watermen' from pre‑colonial to modern times.
It documents the history of Chesapeake Bay watermen from pre-colonial to modern times.
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Watermen's Museum
The Watermen's Museum is located in Hickory Hills. It is an attraction that focuses on the history of Chesapeake Bay 'watermen' from pre‑colonial to modern times.
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Colonial National Historic Park Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center
A local attraction in Hickory Hills.
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