Nestled between the James and Appomattox rivers, the Bermuda District fosters curiosity and exploration for local families and visitors with its more than 2,200 acres of parks, trails, historic areas and more.

Key Attractions

Dutch Gap Conservation Area

Located on the James River, the Dutch Gap Conservation Area serves an important role in preserving the local flora and fauna while also providing a peaceful escape in nature for area residents and visitors.

Dutch Gap may be explored through walking, bicycling, or paddle craft and other small boats. Countless birds, fish and other wildlife call Dutch Gap home and provide ample viewing opportunities for those wanting to connect with nature.

Henricus Historical Park

Henricus Historical Park is home to Sir Thomas Dale’s Henricus settlement, the second successful English settlement in the new world. Visitors of all ages can experience life in the 1600s through the living history museum that is Henricus Historical Park. Reenactments provide unique opportunities for visitors to become local townspeople, attend town meetings and interact with tradesmen – they may even catch a historical battle.

Admission is $12 for adults, $8 for children 5-12, and free for those under 5.

Chesterfield County Drone Park

A more recent addition to the Bermuda District, the Chesterfield County Drone Park provides aspiring pilots acres to safely fly their drones. Chesterfield is among a select few Virginia localities that have FAA-approved airspace for drones. Visitors are welcome from dawn to dusk on weekends, and 5 until 7 p.m. on weekdays. 

R. Garland Dodd Park at Point of Rocks

Point of Rocks has historical significance, as the land was the southern end of the Union position during the Bermuda Hundred Campaign. Remnants of Union earthworks can be seen along the park road and trails. View the history tour video. Today, Point of Rocks serves its local community as a diverse nature area. Families can enjoy picnic shelters and playgrounds at R. Garland Dodd Park. Visitors can explore the area through 2.7 miles of walking trails, and numerous athletic fields create opportunities to stay active.  

Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education

If outdoor activities are not your forte, enjoy an evening at the Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education. The Perkinson Center serves as a touchstone for accessible, high-quality arts within the community. On any given night, visitors can enjoy live music, a beautifully curated art gallery, comedy shows, ballet and theater performances.

Learn more about Bermuda by reading this blog post by Bermuda District Supervisor Jim Ingle.

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A Day in the District highlights each County Supervisor’s favorite spots, hidden gems and the facts and anecdotes that make their district special. Representing Bermuda is District Supervisor, Jim Ingle. 

Whether you’re a young professional, a family with small children, or a retiree, the Bermuda District offers something for everyone.

This time of year, when we all become eager to enjoy Spring’s mild temperatures, I like to visit Chester Village for a bite to eat and to check out what’s happening at Chester Village Green. There, you’re sure to find farmers markets, live music, and other fun and family-friendly activities during the weekends. The Chester Library is situated beside the green and offers a variety of programming to include author talks and book clubs. Also next to the green is the Perkinson Center for the Arts & Education, which features artists and performers from all over the world. They offer classes to children, teens, and adults as well. 

If you appreciate history as much as I do, you’re sure to enjoy Henricus Historical Park. Henricus is a living history museum that takes visitors back in time over 400 years to the Citie of Henricus, the second successful English settlement and Virginia Indian site of Arrohateck. 

No matter what your ideal day looks like, you’re sure to find something fun to do in the Bermuda District, which offers convenient access to shopping, arts and entertainment, and dining. 

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