4th of July Part 1

One of the best things about hosting out-of-town friends is getting to show them around town.
Sunday afternoon Tara, Curt, Hunter and I headed down here:
To take a historical canal cruise:
It was so much fun! We learned all about the canals and how they were an important part of Richmond's history.

Tara and me:
Cruising underneath the only triple-railroad intersection...and I-95
Unique view of the city
Next we ventured here...
I had heard of this cemetery, but had not visited. I was impressed (I mean, as much as you can be by important dead people!) :)
Here is the largest Confederate memorial:

We visited President Monroe and President Tyler--both of them died on July 4, but just a few years ago.
Tara, Curt and Hunter acting as guards for President Monroe
We also saw Jefferson Davis' grave...quite a headstone!
And just a fun name!
I look forward to more friends coming to visit us in Richmond so Hunter and I can discover the city along with them. Our guest room is clean....who's next???