by James Carter | Sep 22, 2023
Explore the battlefield after hours and step back in time with our annual lantern tour program, “Spirits of New Market,” as we celebrate the indomitable spirit of those whose lives were impacted by the Battle of New Market. You’ll follow your guide...
by Emily Neighbors | Sep 20, 2023
Join us Saturday, October 21 for a day to celebrate the history and heritage of Brethren and Mennonites in the Shenandoah Valley! This special open house event on our campus will run from 9 am to 2 pm, and will include: Horse-drawn wagon rides A singing school...
by Emily Neighbors | Sep 7, 2023
Join us for a book signing by author Heather Cole, who will be presenting her book “Virginia’s Presidents: A History & Guide.” Cole will be at the Hardesty-Higgins Visitor Center on October 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A meet the author table will be set up on the...
by Emily Neighbors | Aug 15, 2023
Saturday, August 19, 2023 2:00-5:00 pm Spend a relaxing afternoon supporting the Virginia Quilt Museum attending a historically inspired garden party. Dress up in your best summer whites, sip iced tea and nibble on delicious bites from Ott Street Eats while playing...
by James Carter | Jun 1, 2023
Join us at Furious Flower Broadside Gallery for another Arts Council of the Valley First Friday Downtown Art Tour. Our third exhibit, “The Writing on the Wall: Reading Black Poetry,” curated by Furious Flower Advisory Board Vice Chair Susan Facknitz, will...