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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna 70th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:History buffs\, family genealogists\, and local residents of all ages are invited to partake in Historic Germanna’s 70th Anniversary Conference and Reunion\, taking place from Thursday July 16 through Sunday July 19. Learn about the often overlooked history of Germanna\, a keystone of this region’s history\, through exciting lectures\, hands-on archaeology\, special exhibits\, and more! A variety of activities are planned for each day of the conference; choose to attend one or all of the many engaging events we have planned. \nA schedule-at-a-glance is available below; you can learn more by visiting germanna.org/conference. \nInterested attendees can register at germanna.org/conference; don’t wait – if you register by June 1\, you can take advantage of our special Early Bird rates! \nSunday\, July 19\, 2026: \nChoose one: \n10:00am: Worship at Hebron Lutheran Church – Hebron Lutheran Church (899 Blankenbaker Rd\, Madison\, VA 22727) – Morning worship at Hebron Lutheran Church\, presided by Dr. Guy Erwin\, constructed in 1740 by Germanna colonists and their descendants\, in beautiful Madison. Following service\, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch catered by Graves Mountain Lodge\, complete with a dozen delicious homemade desserts at Hebron Lutheran Church Hall before embarking on your journey home. *Lunch must be reserved separately* \nor \n10:00am: Colonial Service at Little Fork Church – Little Fork Episcopal Church (16461 Oak Shade Rd\, Rixeyville\, VA 22737) – Commemorate Little Fork’s 250th anniversary with a colonial-style service. Following service\, enjoy lunch at the historic church to round out its 250th commemoration. *Lunch must be reserved separately.*
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/historic-germanna-70th-anniversary-3/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T090000
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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna 70th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:History buffs\, family genealogists\, and local residents of all ages are invited to partake in Historic Germanna’s 70th Anniversary Conference and Reunion\, taking place from Thursday July 16 through Sunday July 19. Learn about the often overlooked history of Germanna\, a keystone of this region’s history\, through exciting lectures\, hands-on archaeology\, special exhibits\, and more! A variety of activities are planned for each day of the conference; choose to attend one or all of the many engaging events we have planned. \nA schedule-at-a-glance is available below; you can learn more by visiting germanna.org/conference. \nInterested attendees can register at germanna.org/conference; don’t wait – if you register by June 1\, you can take advantage of our special Early Bird rates! \nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026: \n9:00am-4:00pm: Historical & Genealogical Conference – BIGGER LOCATION: Germanna Community College\, Daniel Technology Center (18121 Technology Drive\, Culpeper\, VA 22701) – Breakfast and lunch included. Don’t miss this incredible lineup of speakers as we dive into fascinating topics about Germanna and its surrounding environs’ history.\nSpeaker Sessions\n▪ Roll Call\n▪ The Culpeper Minute Men – Jim Bish\n▪ Peter Muhlenberg and the 8th Virginia – Gabe Neville\n▪ Hunter Iron Works – Jerrilyn MacGregor\n▪ Memories of Early Germanna Reunions – David Brown\n▪ Religious Freedom Panel Discussion\n▪ Archaeology Update – Kelly Arford-Horne\, Director of Archaeology & Cultural Resources\n▪ Germanna Update – Executive Director Jennifer Hurst-Wender & President Keith Hoffman\n▪ Travels with Germanna \n5:00pm-7:00pm: Salubria Open House – Historic Salubria (19173 Salubria Ln\, Stevensburg\, VA 22741) – Tours start at 5:30pm; drop by anytime. Learn about the exciting updates from our Historic Structure Report and paint analysis. \n7:00pm-9:00pm: Oktoberfest! – NEW LOCATION: Old Trade Brewery (13270 Alanthus Rd\, Brandy Station\, VA 22714) – Get those lederhosen and dirndls out of the closet! There will be music\, dancing\, conversation\, and plenty of German-inspired food for all. Alpine Chef of Fredericksburg will be catering delicious German fare. Food\, soft drinks\, and two alcoholic drink tickets provided.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/historic-germanna-70th-anniversary-2/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T220000
DTSTAMP:20260818T070236
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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna 70th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:History buffs\, family genealogists\, and local residents of all ages are invited to partake in Historic Germanna’s 70th Anniversary Conference and Reunion\, taking place from Thursday July 16 through Sunday July 19. Learn about the often overlooked history of Germanna\, a keystone of this region’s history\, through exciting lectures\, hands-on archaeology\, special exhibits\, and more! A variety of activities are planned for each day of the conference; choose to attend one or all of the many engaging events we have planned. \nA schedule-at-a-glance is available below; you can learn more by visiting germanna.org/conference. \nInterested attendees can register at germanna.org/conference; don’t wait – if you register by June 1\, you can take advantage of our special Early Bird rates! \nFriday\, July 17\, 2026: \n9:00am-4:00pm: Before Religious Freedom: Faith Traditions in Revolutionary Virginia Symposium – Little Fork Episcopal Church (16461 Oak Shade Rd\, Rixeyville\, VA 22737) – As Little Fork Episcopal Church and our nation celebrates 250 years\, join distinguished speakers representing the Lutheran\, Episcopal\, Baptist\, and Presbyterian faiths as they discuss the history of American religion in 18th century Virginia — and its role in fomenting revolution by 1776. Scholars representing several Christian traditions present in colonial Virginia will interpret the roles their traditions played in the religious and political developments surrounding the American Revolution. Each speaker will offer insight from within their own denominational or scholarly perspective\, helping participants understand why the emergence of religious liberty during this period was such a significant historical development. A catered lunch is included. \n6:00pm-10:00pm: 70th Anniversary Dinner and Awards Celebration – Historic Germanna Visitor Center Campus (2062 Germanna Hwy\, Locust Grove\, VA 22508) – The signature evening of the celebration weekend will feature a tented dinner at the Historic Germanna Visitor Center Campus. Delicious fare will be catered by Coopers Cookin and Catering\, accompanied by live music and dancing. The evening will culminate with the presentation of three distinguished awards\, including a special honor for Orange County historian Frank S. Walker\, Jr. Our special exhibit featuring significant artifacts will also be available for viewing during the cocktail hour.\n*Please note: Full-conference attendees save $20 on tickets to this can’t-miss event*
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/7207/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T210000
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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna 70th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:History buffs\, family genealogists\, and local residents of all ages are invited to partake in Historic Germanna’s 70th Anniversary Conference and Reunion\, taking place from Thursday July 16 through Sunday July 19. Learn about the often overlooked history of Germanna\, a keystone of this region’s history\, through exciting lectures\, hands-on archaeology\, special exhibits\, and more! A variety of activities are planned for each day of the conference; choose to attend one or all of the many engaging events we have planned. \nA schedule-at-a-glance is available below; you can learn more by visiting germanna.org/conference. \nInterested attendees can register at germanna.org/conference; don’t wait – if you register by June 1\, you can take advantage of our special Early Bird rates! \nThursday\, July 16\, 2026: \n10:00am-4:00pm: Registration – Historic Germanna Visitor Center (2062 Germanna Hwy\, Locust Grove\, VA 22508) – Stop by the Visitor Center to pick up your registration packet\, check out the exhibits and library\, and meet friends and family! \n10:00am-4:00pm: Public Archaeology Day – Fort Germanna/Enchanted Castle Site – View archaeology work in progress at the Fort Germanna/Enchanted Castle site. Check out the interesting artifacts and the stories they tell. Visit with our resident archaeologists as they talk about this year’s discoveries. No registration required. Upon arrival to the Visitor Center\, attendees will be given a timed ticket and directions to access the site. Last entry at 3:00pm \n12:00pm-4:00pm: Special Exhibit – Hitt Archaeology Center (2058 Germanna Hwy\, Locust Grove\, VA 22508) – View a rare new anniversary exhibit\, on display for this weekend only\, featuring significant artifacts from the collections of Historic Germanna and other cultural institutions. \n6:00pm-9:00pm: Faith and Revolution: A Colonial Evening at Little Fork Church –  Little Fork Episcopal Church (16461 Oak Shade Rd\, Rixeyville\, VA 22737) – Kick off this exciting weekend with an opening gathering at Little Fork Church! This event introduces participants to the religious and cultural life of colonial Virginia\, showing how churches\, clergy\, and communities were part of everyday life. Step into the social and spiritual world of Revolutionary-era Virginians as you share a colonial-style picnic supper inspired by eighteenth-century Virginia\, while historical interpreters portray clergy from several Christian traditions active during the Revolutionary era. Along the church’s historic grounds and ADA-accessible interpretive trail\, temporary installations will introduce visitors to clergy figures and religious communities that shaped the religious landscape of colonial Virginia.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/historic-germanna-70th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T070236
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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:20260818T070236
CREATED:20260323T151253Z
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
DTSTAMP:20260818T070236
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T070236
CREATED:20250915T183736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T183736Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T070236
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T070236
CREATED:20250915T183736Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T070236
CREATED:20250915T183736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T183736Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260818T070236
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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
DTSTAMP:20260818T070236
CREATED:20231016T181600Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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
DTSTAMP:20260818T070236
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/2023-10-27/
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:20260818T070236
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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