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SUMMARY:Siegen Forest Bluebell Walks at Historic Germanna
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk through the Virginia Bluebells and other spring ephemerals on Saturday April 18 at 10am with Virginia Master Naturalist John Bryan. Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) are native wildflowers that are ephemeral. They emerge in early spring and after blooming\, disappear without a trace until the following spring. Bluebells spread through rhizomes and self seeding\, and prefer moist shady habitats like forested floodplains along rivers and streams. They first emerge as purple foliage which turns to bright green as purple buds unfurl into the unmistakable blue flowers that carpet the forest for several weeks. \n\nWe will be searching for other signs of spring along the way\, covering approximately 3 miles. Meet at the Historic Germanna Visitor Center. Our walk along the Rapidan River is followed by a moderate climb to a rock outcropping that provides an excellent view of the Rapidan River and surrounding forest. From there\, participants will retrace their steps along the river.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/siegen-forest-bluebell-walks-at-historic-germanna-3/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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SUMMARY:Siegen Forest Bluebell Walks at Historic Germanna
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk through the Virginia Bluebells and other spring ephemerals on Saturday April 11 at 10am with Virginia Master Naturalist John Bryan. Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) are native wildflowers that are ephemeral. They emerge in early spring and after blooming\, disappear without a trace until the following spring. Bluebells spread through rhizomes and self seeding\, and prefer moist shady habitats like forested floodplains along rivers and streams. They first emerge as purple foliage which turns to bright green as purple buds unfurl into the unmistakable blue flowers that carpet the forest for several weeks. \n\nWe will be searching for other signs of spring along the way\, covering approximately 3 miles. Meet at the Historic Germanna Visitor Center. Our walk along the Rapidan River is followed by a moderate climb to a rock outcropping that provides an excellent view of the Rapidan River and surrounding forest. From there\, participants will retrace their steps along the river.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/siegen-forest-bluebell-walks-at-historic-germanna-2/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T034609
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T151253Z
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SUMMARY:Siegen Forest Bluebell Walks at Historic Germanna
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk through the Virginia Bluebells and other spring ephemerals on Saturday April 4 at 10am with Virginia Master Naturalist John Bryan. Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) are native wildflowers that are ephemeral. They emerge in early spring and after blooming\, disappear without a trace until the following spring. Bluebells spread through rhizomes and self seeding\, and prefer moist shady habitats like forested floodplains along rivers and streams. They first emerge as purple foliage which turns to bright green as purple buds unfurl into the unmistakable blue flowers that carpet the forest for several weeks. \n\nWe will be searching for other signs of spring along the way\, covering approximately 3 miles. Meet at the Historic Germanna Visitor Center. Our walk along the Rapidan River is followed by a moderate climb to a rock outcropping that provides an excellent view of the Rapidan River and surrounding forest. From there\, participants will retrace their steps along the river.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/siegen-forest-bluebell-walks-at-historic-germanna/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T200000
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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna Archaeology presents : Lectures from the Lab
DESCRIPTION:Join Constance Shofi for an engaging lecture exploring the connections between the Spotswoods and the Washingtons. \n\n\n\n\nSpotswood\, Washington\, Byrd – these are just a few of the influential families who shaped 18th-century Virginia. Not only did these prominent neighbors meet for social gatherings\, they swore oaths to the same Masonic orders\, served side by side during wartime\, and bound their families together through marriage. But what did they really think of one another? Join us for this special program with researcher\, archaeologist\, and Martha Washington interpreter\, Constance Shofi. Constance brings her years of research with Historic Germanna and Mount Vernon to examine the intriguing connections between these remarkable families. \nJoin us at 7:00pm in the Hitt Archaeology Center for this lecture. Tickets are available on a pay-what-you-can basis via Eventbrite.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/historic-germanna-archaeology-presents-lectures-from-the-lab/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna Archaeology Month Behind-the-Scenes Tours
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Archaeology Month this October\, Historic Germanna’s Archaeology team will host special behind-the-scenes walking tours on each Friday morning in October of Germanna’s archaeological dig sites located in Orange County\, Virginia. The dig sites feature the ruins of the “Enchanted Castle” – home of Virginia’s Colonial Lt. Governor\, Alexander Spotswood – as well as the potential sites of the 1714 Fort Germanna constructed by the first German immigrants to Virginia and the original Spotsylvania Courthouse. \nWalking tours will take place each Friday in October – October 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, and 31. \nGuests are to meet the archaeology team at the Historic Germanna Visitor Center at 10:00am to follow the archaeologists to the dig site nearby. \nThe Historic Germanna Visitor Center is located at: 2062 Germanna Highway Locust Grove\, VA 22508. \nGuests are requested to dress for the climate and wear close-toed shoes. \nEvent rain or shine unless severe weather. \n$10 suggested donation per person
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/historic-germanna-archaeology-month-behind-the-scenes-tours/2025-10-31/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna Archaeology Month Behind-the-Scenes Tours
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Archaeology Month this October\, Historic Germanna’s Archaeology team will host special behind-the-scenes walking tours on each Friday morning in October of Germanna’s archaeological dig sites located in Orange County\, Virginia. The dig sites feature the ruins of the “Enchanted Castle” – home of Virginia’s Colonial Lt. Governor\, Alexander Spotswood – as well as the potential sites of the 1714 Fort Germanna constructed by the first German immigrants to Virginia and the original Spotsylvania Courthouse. \nWalking tours will take place each Friday in October – October 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, and 31. \nGuests are to meet the archaeology team at the Historic Germanna Visitor Center at 10:00am to follow the archaeologists to the dig site nearby. \nThe Historic Germanna Visitor Center is located at: 2062 Germanna Highway Locust Grove\, VA 22508. \nGuests are requested to dress for the climate and wear close-toed shoes. \nEvent rain or shine unless severe weather. \n$10 suggested donation per person
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/historic-germanna-archaeology-month-behind-the-scenes-tours/2025-10-24/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna Archaeology Month Behind-the-Scenes Tours
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Archaeology Month this October\, Historic Germanna’s Archaeology team will host special behind-the-scenes walking tours on each Friday morning in October of Germanna’s archaeological dig sites located in Orange County\, Virginia. The dig sites feature the ruins of the “Enchanted Castle” – home of Virginia’s Colonial Lt. Governor\, Alexander Spotswood – as well as the potential sites of the 1714 Fort Germanna constructed by the first German immigrants to Virginia and the original Spotsylvania Courthouse. \nWalking tours will take place each Friday in October – October 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, and 31. \nGuests are to meet the archaeology team at the Historic Germanna Visitor Center at 10:00am to follow the archaeologists to the dig site nearby. \nThe Historic Germanna Visitor Center is located at: 2062 Germanna Highway Locust Grove\, VA 22508. \nGuests are requested to dress for the climate and wear close-toed shoes. \nEvent rain or shine unless severe weather. \n$10 suggested donation per person
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/historic-germanna-archaeology-month-behind-the-scenes-tours/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna Archaeology Month Behind-the-Scenes Tours
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Archaeology Month this October\, Historic Germanna’s Archaeology team will host special behind-the-scenes walking tours on each Friday morning in October of Germanna’s archaeological dig sites located in Orange County\, Virginia. The dig sites feature the ruins of the “Enchanted Castle” – home of Virginia’s Colonial Lt. Governor\, Alexander Spotswood – as well as the potential sites of the 1714 Fort Germanna constructed by the first German immigrants to Virginia and the original Spotsylvania Courthouse. \nWalking tours will take place each Friday in October – October 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, and 31. \nGuests are to meet the archaeology team at the Historic Germanna Visitor Center at 10:00am to follow the archaeologists to the dig site nearby. \nThe Historic Germanna Visitor Center is located at: 2062 Germanna Highway Locust Grove\, VA 22508. \nGuests are requested to dress for the climate and wear close-toed shoes. \nEvent rain or shine unless severe weather. \n$10 suggested donation per person
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/historic-germanna-archaeology-month-behind-the-scenes-tours/2025-10-10/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T120000
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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna Archaeology Month Behind-the-Scenes Tours
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Archaeology Month this October\, Historic Germanna’s Archaeology team will host special behind-the-scenes walking tours on each Friday morning in October of Germanna’s archaeological dig sites located in Orange County\, Virginia. The dig sites feature the ruins of the “Enchanted Castle” – home of Virginia’s Colonial Lt. Governor\, Alexander Spotswood – as well as the potential sites of the 1714 Fort Germanna constructed by the first German immigrants to Virginia and the original Spotsylvania Courthouse. \nWalking tours will take place each Friday in October – October 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, and 31. \nGuests are to meet the archaeology team at the Historic Germanna Visitor Center at 10:00am to follow the archaeologists to the dig site nearby. \nThe Historic Germanna Visitor Center is located at: 2062 Germanna Highway Locust Grove\, VA 22508. \nGuests are requested to dress for the climate and wear close-toed shoes. \nEvent rain or shine unless severe weather. \n$10 suggested donation per person
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/historic-germanna-archaeology-month-behind-the-scenes-tours/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T190000
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SUMMARY:Veterans Day Illumination
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to gather for a special evening event in honor of Veterans Day. Guests will take in the glow of luminaries lining the walkways of the Historic Germanna Visitor Center\, each recognizing the name of a veteran and their service. A short program featuring guest Bill Shugarts will lead attendees in remembering ancestors\, loved ones and friends. Mr. Bill Shugarts is a Vietnam veteran and co-founder of Fawn Lake Veterans\, Wilderness Community Church Veterans and Tabernacle UMC Veterans. \nLearn More Honor Veterans During Annual Illumination – Historic Germanna
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/veterans-day-illumination/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T140000
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CREATED:20231016T181600Z
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SUMMARY:Native American Heritage Month Lecture: The Women’s Role within the Eastern Siouan Tribes of Virginia’s Interior
DESCRIPTION:Historic Germanna welcomes guest speaker\, Victoria Ferguson\, Program Director for Historic Solitude/Fraction Site on the campus of Virginia Tech and citizen of the Monacan Indian Nation\, for a special presentation in honor Native American Heritage Month. Presented in person at Historic Germanna and online\, the November 10 presentation will highlight the emergence of the Eastern Woodland women of Virginia’s interior as the dominate force and foundation of these tribal groups. Her research has found that the matrilineal culture of these Indigenous people developed around the family ties of the female’s blood line\, and that the female’s line was used to trace clans back to their beginning. Clans carried such names as deer\, bear\, wolf\, and turtle. Women’s roles extended to cover matters such as who would be responsible for a particular job\, who could and could not marry\, who someone was buried with\, which town they lived in\, and who would be chief of a village or town. Women managed a great deal of work which served as a driving force within communities until European colonization destroyed their tribal structure and their functioning societies. This program is made possible in part by a grant from Virginia Humanities. \nLearn more & RSVP Lecture Highlights Life of Virginia’s Siouan Tribes – Historic Germanna
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/native-american-heritage-month-lecture-the-womens-role-within-the-eastern-siouan-tribes-of-virginias-interior/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T183703Z
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SUMMARY:Archaeology Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Archaeology Month\, Historic Germanna’s Archaeology team will host special behind-the-scenes walking tours each Friday morning in October of Germanna’s archaeological dig sites located in Orange County\, Virginia. The dig sites feature the ruins of the “Enchanted Castle” – home of Virginia’s Colonial Lt. Governor\, Alexander Spotswood – as well as the potential sites of the 1714 Fort Germanna\, which were constructed by the first German immigrants to Virginia\, and the original Spotsylvania Courthouse. See and hear about the latest findings including\, uncovering the herringbone walkway of the Enchanted Castle. Guests are requested to dress for the weather and wear close-toed shoes. Event rain or shine unless severe weather. \nLearn more & RSVP: Germanna Celebrates Archaeology Month with Behind-the-Scenes Tours – Historic Germanna
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/archaeology-walking-tours/2023-10-27/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260620T034609
CREATED:20231016T183703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T183703Z
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SUMMARY:Archaeology Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Archaeology Month\, Historic Germanna’s Archaeology team will host special behind-the-scenes walking tours each Friday morning in October of Germanna’s archaeological dig sites located in Orange County\, Virginia. The dig sites feature the ruins of the “Enchanted Castle” – home of Virginia’s Colonial Lt. Governor\, Alexander Spotswood – as well as the potential sites of the 1714 Fort Germanna\, which were constructed by the first German immigrants to Virginia\, and the original Spotsylvania Courthouse. See and hear about the latest findings including\, uncovering the herringbone walkway of the Enchanted Castle. Guests are requested to dress for the weather and wear close-toed shoes. Event rain or shine unless severe weather. \nLearn more & RSVP: Germanna Celebrates Archaeology Month with Behind-the-Scenes Tours – Historic Germanna
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/archaeology-walking-tours/2023-10-20/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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