Dinwiddie, Virginia
Located in Dinwiddie County
Welcome to the historic community of Dinwiddie, Virginia. The town's earliest days date back to 1646, when a trading post was originally built. Over time, the town gradually grew into what is known today as Dinwiddie. Rich in Civil War history, Dinwiddie is filled with monuments and historical sights making history come alive. Dinwiddie enjoys a mixture of both agriculture and industry playing a major role to the citizens of this community. Farmland with gentle rolling hills or large cotton fields make up a sizable portion of the town. The Industrial Park provides the perfect opportunity for companies to make their headquarters. The labor force in this area is proud, responsible, and easily adapts to technological changes. The residents of Dinwiddie enjoy a gentle climate with mild winters and warm summers filled with sunshine. The average temperature year round is about 58 degrees. In January that number will drop just a bit to about 38 degrees. The winter months get just under ten inches of snow, just enough to have a white Christmas. The average temperature in July hovers at about seventy-seven degrees. Offering a challenging academic program for the students of Dinwiddie, Dinwiddie County Schools are proud of their dedicated teachers, staff, administrators and paraprofessionals. The programs for gifted students, vocational training and special education classes round out the area of instructional offerings at all grade levels. Three institutions of higher learning are located right in the greater Petersburg area, including Virginia State University. Nature comes alive at nearby Pocahontas State Park. Centered on a wildlife management area, Swift Creek forms at the nucleus of the park and fingers its way outward. Most folks love to come to Pocahontas to camp and enjoy the beautiful beach and boating facilities. Other amenities include guided nature trails, campfire programs and children's programs. Those who love to fish will enjoy wetting a line at nearby Lake Chesdin. Dinwiddie is proud to be part of the greater Petersburg area. A bit of culture tweaks the air here in Petersburg. This city is home to the Petersburg Area Art League, the Petersburg Symphony, the Petersburg Museum and, just for the sports fans, the United States Slo-Pitch Softball Association Hall of Fame. Many other museums and theatres attribute to the art and culture of this fine city. Opportunities for shopping, entertainment and fine dining add to the pleasing array of the "to do list" in nearby Petersburg, just a half hour down the road. Dinwiddie is an excellent choice for commonwealth living. With a low housing cost, and nearby access to the greater areas of Petersburg and Richmond, one can literally have it all. The options of clutter free sunsets, and yet nearby amenities continue to be a draw. Come check out Dinwiddie today and see for yourself the beautiful homes and scenery this community has to offer.
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