James River plantations were established in the Virginia Colony along the James River between the mouth at Hampton Roads and the head of navigation at the fall line where Richmond is today.
Read more about James River Plantations: History, Partial Listing of Plantations in Early 17th Century, Plantations North Side of James River, Plantations South Side of James River
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