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JAMESTOWN 2007
SPECIAL EVENTS -
ALL OVER VIRGINIA
Note: Many of the events are proposed projects and some are still in the planning stages. The events or dates can change. To get current information about the current status, visit the websites listed by each of the areas. All information is from the Virginia Tourism Corporation.
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Abingdon / Washington County
Proposed projects include: Barter Theater commissioned production relating to Jamestown and the heritage of Virginia; Depot Square Renovations; Southwest Virginia Artisans Center; Virginia Highlands Festival theme “Come Home to Abingdon”; Special cultural heritage exhibits at William King Regional Arts Center and the Arts depot; Special programming at the Historical Society of Washington County, VA.
Alexandria
Proposed projects include: Completion of restoration of 1864-69 Freedman’s Cemetery Memorial Park; Exhibit at the Lyceum focusing on community celebrations using 17th century documents and artifacts; “Early Views of Virginia Indians: The William W. Cole Collection” at the Lyceum; Historic publications, (coloring books, school and church guides, and community history); Special events: lecture series, Alexandria Symphony, Little Theater and preservation programs; Traveling exhibition “Uncovering Home”: examines discovery and recent excavations of original James Fort; Exhibit on the legacy of Jamestown, historic preservation in Alexandria and elsewhere, DAR involvement at the Lyceum.
Alleghany County, including Clifton Forge, Iron Gate, and Covington www.co.alleghany.va.us/Jamestown
Proposed projects include: Creation of Jackson River Scenic Trail; Covington Train Depot Restoration; Oakland Church Restoration; Unidentified photos project: a display of unidentified photos at the Charles P. Jones Library; Historical Mini history lecture series; WPA Article Series: placing articles in the Virginian Review that will focus on the area and were part of the WPA projects.
Altavista http://www.ci.altavista.va.us/home.htm
Proposed projects include: Open time capsule from 1957; create new time capsule to be opened in 2057; Develop local history/civics units for K-12 students on 100 years of Altavista history, growth, etc.; Create local history museum to document Altavista’s history with references to pre-1607 history; Open an information center to assist travelers/tourists with available amenities; Develop a map and walking tour of original town with markers for original homes and businesses; Place antique cabin replicating original home of Colonel Charles Lynch at Avoca Museum; Create A Journey through Time: Altavista and the Lane Company, an exhibit at Avoca Museum; Develop signage for self-guided walking tour and at Avoca Museum; Develop tourism and education program devoted to Miss Juliet Fauntleroy’s artifacts; Complete the Arboretum as part of the grounds of Avoca Museum.
Amherst County
Proposed projects include: Sorghum Festival – First weekend in October; Virginia Wine and Garlic Festival – Second weekend in October; Amherst County Apple Harvest Festival – Third weekend in October; Book Review: “The First Seventeen Years: ‘Virginia 1607-1624” by Charles Hatch Jr. July 29, 2006; Village Garden Club to plant an America's Anniversary Garden in the Traffic Circle in the center of Town.
Appomattox County / Town of Appomattox
Proposed projects include: Completion of Appomattox County Community Park and Clover Hill Living History Village; Lectures and exhibits at the Appomattox Courthouse National Park; Civil War Re-enactment; Historic Appomattox Railroad Festival in October; Special programs and lectures by Appomattox Historical Society; School/educational programs within SOL guidelines; Public events sponsored by the Appomattox Chamber of Commerce; Restoration of the Old Appomattox Court House; Completion of the Carver Price African American Heritage Museum; Planting Anniversary gardens at Appomattox Middle School and throughout town.
Arlington County http://www.co.arlington.va.us/
Proposed projects include: “Homespun”: a sculptural installation in front of the Ball-Sellers House, the oldest existing house in Arlington; projects and events related to the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route, which passed through Arlington County; installation of an interpretive panel near the Key Bridge to mark the location where the French Army crossed the Potomac River on its march to and from the victory at Yorktown in 1781; possible memorial service to be held either in Arlington Cemetery or at the dedication of the interpretive panel to honor the men who died in the crossing of the Potomac in the service of the French and American Armies in 1781; development and installation of historic markers that recognize special places and events in Arlington’s and Virginia’s history.
Augusta County
Proposed projects include: Production of an outdoor musical drama at one of the areas regional parks that highlights the country’s rich history which will be unveiled in the spring of 2007; offering a series of farm tours that focuses on Augusta’s diverse and rich agricultural heritage that stretches from the areas first settlement in 1738 to today when Augusta ranks second in the state in agricultural production; preserving the story of the areas schools and educational institutions through archival records preservation and the creation of an exhibit in a public building; creating a series of heritage gardens at the Augusta County Government Center in Verona; creating a historic, cultural, and agricultural driving tour map of Augusta County; create a commemoration Web site: www.augustajamestown2007.org; Commemorative throw blanket to be designed and sold as a fundraiser; three new traveling exhibits created; official community kick-off at the Sweet Dreams Festival on July 23; Project that will catalog and preserve Augusta County school records; Augusta brochure to be printed before July; Sponsorship with Daily News Leader in Staunton; Famous Augusta County cutouts made of: Grandma Moses, Ida Stover Eisenhower, William Sheppard, John Colters, Native American, and Jededian Hotchkiss. These are traveling around the area.
Bath County
Proposed projects include: Parade of History, May 12, 2007; “A Taste of Bath”, May 13, 2007; Bath County Historical Society Annual Spring Meeting, May 14, 2007; completion of The Nature Conservancy and renovations at the Old Dairy and historical building in Warm Springs; annual Christmas Day Parade; 41st Annual Bath County Art Show; renovate the old Millboro Elementary School (c. 1913); complete renovations on the Bath County Historical Society, including expanding the library collection, building a new research center, and expanding museum display space.
Bedford City / Bedford County
Possible projects include: Completion of Centertown Bedford streetscape improvements; Development of way finding signage system; Development of heritage publications and programs; Development of “Partners in Public Art”; Gardens at the Welcome Center and Wharton Gardens.
Berryville
http://www.berryvillemainstreet.org/
Proposed projects include: the Barns of Rose Hill project to renovate two 1920’s dairy barns in the Rose Hill Park in downtown Berryville into a community culture and arts center; 2007 Berryville Barns Festival will showcase the opening of the Barns; “Our Land is Our Legacy” theme for the museum of the Clarke County Historical Association; George Washington birthday celebration dinner at the historic Battletown Inn.
Big Stone Gap / Wise County
http://www.bigstonegap.org/
Proposed projects include: Develop special exhibit at Southwest Virginia Museum titled “Before 1607? Melungeons in the New World”; “Settlement Sounds: Music of the New World” highlighting roots of mountain, country, and bluegrass music and its ties to the people of Jamestown; “Crafts of the New World”: exhibit of craft items brought to Jamestown & efforts to preserve/perpetuate those traditions; Dock Boggs Festival; Home Craft Days; Wise Fall Fling; Pound Heritage Days; Guest River Days; Clinch River Days; Best Friend Festival.
Blacksburg
Proposed projects include: Blacksburg history panel discussion; exhibition featuring models of Blackburg's historic homes; Blacksburg Museum and Smithfield Plantation historic lecture series in 2007; Photography exhibit featuring the eight historic buildings owned by the Town of Blacksburg; Holidays at Smithfield (2006 and 2007)-Visit the Smithfield home decorated in colonial style during the holidays; Smithfield Days (2007)-craft displays and demonstrations; Historic photograph event during Steppin' Out August 4-5, 2006-street festival with arts, crafts, music, and other attractions; Exhibitions and programs focusing on the “Sixteen Squares” that were the original square blocks of the town est. in 1798; Circa, Blacksburg Museum Quarterly Newsletter, features an article on their community programs and gives information on the towns new online video service; Lyric Theater Masquerade Ball (September 2006) and restoration of College Avenue; Development of an online version of the Blacksburg Museum’s Historic Walking Tour; Development of a Smithfield catalogue; New River Heritage Coalition Sports Exhibit; Development of a catalogue of furniture pieces at Smithfield using photographs and drawings; Holiday ornaments designed and sold featuring pictures of Blacksburg Historic Buildings.
Blackstone (National Alumnae Association and College Archives)
Proposed projects include: Blackstone College (1892-1950) Homecoming at Virginia United Methodist Assembly Center which will feature the awarding of $10,000 in college scholarships to descendants of the college, a special program called “the windows of Crenshaw Church,” and a “Jamestown” tree planting at VUMAC; Blackstone High School will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2007 with afternoon exhibits, a dance, and a dinner at Fort Pickett; The Academy at Blackstone history of the military academies from 1894-1941 will be released by College Archives of Blackstone; Author Louise Watson Fox will read from her recently published book on superstitions from the Old Dominion; Painting of the Blackstone Legacy by William E. Clark; Commissioning of a Special Jamestown 2007 medal: Come Home to Blackstone; Commissioning of a Special Jamestown 2007 postcard: Come Home to Blackstone and 4-card America 400 Blackstone Legacy; Come Home to Blackstone medallion presented to registered attendees of homecoming; Official Jamestown/ Blackstone caps presented to Adams Scholars, Class of 2006; America’s Anniversary Garden planted; Dedication of 12 “Jamestown Oaks” on former college campus; “The Windows of Crenshaw” talk and tour by Mary Virginia Irby; Billy Coleburn as keynote speaker; Possible restoration of noted oil paintings of two Blackstone College dignitaries.
Bland County
Proposed projects include: Festival of Leaves theme: Come Home to Bland; Board of Supervisors and County Public Library will sponsor a school essay contest related to Jamestown; creation of a time capsule to be buried at the County Courthouse and be opened in 2057; school/educational programs within SOL guidelines; creation of community quilt to be on display at the County Courthouse; library programs and media displays correlating to Jamestown and our Nation’s birthplace; special events tied in and shared with the Wytheville, Wythe, Bland Chamber of Commerce; completion of the Exit 52 Waterline Extension Project; groundbreaking for the Bland Waste Water Treatment Facility; open a satellite museum of the County Historical Society in Downtown Bland; Route 52/42 street light project to connect Exit 52 to Downtown Bland.
Bluefield http://www.bluefieldonline.net/
Proposed projects include: Creation of a community quilt to be put on display; brochures and a Bluefield souvenir will be available to everyone; the N&W (N&S) Railroad Museum is to be located in the Sanders House Museum; the Bluefield Room will be located in the Sanders House Museum to honor the Town; the Bailey Log House, one of the first homes in the area will be rehabilitated; Fall Barbeque Celebration at the Sanders House Museum and making apple butter; Railroad Museum tours; Tazewell County Library will sponsor an essay contest in the schools about the Jamestown Celebration.
Botetourt County http://www.co.botetourt.va.us/
Projects include: Develop a Gateway Signage and beatification program; Arts and Artisans and Traditional Crafts of Botetourt- tourism brochure and map; Headwaters of the James Canoe Adventure- Scenic canoe trip down the James; Planning programs in: Historic Fincastle, Town of Buchanan, and Town of Troutville; Developing a group tour historic package for Botetourt County in 2007; Founders Day Celebration; New Years Eve Bell Ringing Celebration; Home and Garden Show; Hunter’s Raid Encampment; Special movie showing of Virginia films in Historic Theatre.
Bristol
Proposed projects include: Music, theatre performances, and storytelling; 80th Anniversary of the Bristol Sessions – the first country music recordings; Lectures and exhibits at the new Bristol Public Library; School/ Educational component within SOL guidelines; Festival incorporating community events (Rhythm & Roots Reunion.
Brunswick County - Lake Gaston
Proposed projects include: Development of a Fort Christina Site; Development of community application to include as many citizens in the community program as possible; Working with Virginia is for Lovers merchandising to create a commemorative coin or metal; Scenic River Status for Meherrin River; Obtained Virginia By-Way status for three roads in the county; Alberta town decals with the Jamestown logo and “Alberta celebrates Jamestown 2007”; Alberta School Park Trails: walking trail connecting downtown to the new 10 acre park; Community development of a six block area in Alberta: anticipated completion by February 2007; New Web site for the Town of Alberta: albertava.com; Restoration of the Alberta train station at the intersection of Seaboard & Norfolk Southern rail lines; Train from Alberta going on the Tobacco Heritage Trail Phase II.
Buckingham County http://www.buckinghamcountyva.org/
Proposed projects include: Completion of Historic Village at Lee Wayside; Buckingham County Day; developing and printing a new map of the county which has been hand drawn by a local citizens; developing an oral history of the county, with the assistance of some of their high school students; art and literature contests in the public schools; and festivals at Historic Village at Lee Wayside.
Campbell County
Proposed projects include: Complete development of public park facilities in the 4 high school attendance zones and central park facility in Yellow Branch area of the County to ensure that all citizens have access to recreational activities; Establish Campbell County Historic Museum at Historic Courthouse in the village of Rustburg; Various Festivals throughout the year.
Caroline County Proposed projects include: support and expansion of Founders of America Website (foundersofamerica.org); Caroline County Historical Map; construction of a Caroline County Visitor Center.
Carroll County / Hillsville
Proposed projects include: a Hall of Fame of notable county citizens which will unveil in 2007 in the hallway of historic Courthouse; revitalization of two historic downtown structures (historic Courthouse and the Carter Mansion) for expanded community use; 100th anniversary (1907-2007) restoration of Civil War monument on historic courthouse grounds.
Charles City County
http://www.charlescity.org
Projects include: 2007 website www.charlescity.org -- Charles City’s first community website with genealogy databases and on-line educational exhibits; restoration of 1901 Clerk's Office as a new self service visitors center; Six new exhibits at Lawrence Lewis, Jr. Park featuring the world of the 1600s; ten new exhibits in the Administration Building called "The Heart of the Matter" and concerning local history; five new wayside exhibits at the Visitor Center interpreting the Courthouse area; a second edition of the county's Official History with new illustrations; six Commemorative Events, including: "Lott Cary & Love of Liberty," "An Old-Fashioned Fish Fry and River Party," "Freedom's Jubilee, An African American Journey," "Home to the County Fair," "Tippecanoe and Tyler Too," and "Chickahominy Corn and John Smith, the Godspeed Retraces a Journey of Survival."; Bi-county map featuring Charles City County and New Kent County on the back; Rack card completed listing 207 events and numerous county businesses; Community Day 2006: Launching of 2007 Commemoration with high participation; Covered Wagon Train; John Smith 400 project shallop visit.
Charlotte County http://www.co.charlotte.va.us/
Proposed projects include: establish trails and tour routes of the county's historic homes, buildings, scenic areas and visitor services; establish a Charlotte County tourism organization; host the Charlotte County Festival; Staunton River Events.
Charlottesville / Albemarle County
www.SoVeryVirginia.com
Possible projects include: Educational programs on democracy; Lectures, public events, school programs.
Chase City
www.chasecitychamberofcomm.com
Proposed projects include: Celebration of completion of Thyne Memorial Institute; Friends of Chase City Project (playground project); Civil war trail; Update economic development and tourism video; Educational trail celebration; Establishment of birding trail at MacCallum More Gardens; Events at Main Street Pavilion.
Chesapeake
Possible projects include: Battle of Great Bridge and historic waterways park and visitor center; Dismal Swamp Canal multiuse trail; Poindexter Street streetscape improvements; Chesapeake Jubilee annual city-wide festival; Chesapeake Heritage Arts Festival: celebrates traditional rural skills passed from generation to generation; Battle of Great Bridge focusing on the Battle of Great Bridge and life during the Revolutionary War period, which will include demonstrations, character portrayals, battle re-enactments, camp life and lectures.
Chesterfield County
www.chesterfield.gov
Proposed projects include: 2007 Web site; new Trailblazer system; driving tours featuring Colonial and African-American heritage and architecturally significant houses; new exhibits at Henricus Historical Park and the Chesterfield County Museum; signature events and programs such as Publick Days and The Great Feast at Henricus; countywide winter lecture series; Bermuda Hundred commemoration; Baptist Trials at Chesterfield Courthouse; Plantation Days at Eppington; SOL-related educational programs.
Christopher Newport University
Proposed projects include: Panel discussion on Virginia Indian contribution to colonization; Peninsula Heritage and Founders Tour; Clay Jenkinson as Thomas Jefferson; An evening of Elizabethan Music; Lecture by James McPherson and David Hackett Fischer: “Jamestown as a Pivotal Moment in American History”; Theatrical production about Captain Christopher Newport; Production of William Shakespeare’s The Tempest.
Clarksville-on-the-Lake / Boydton
www.clarksvilleva.com
Proposed projects include: Establish a series of wildlife tourism programs; Develop Rails to Trails program; Continuation of LakeFest; Develop a cove with boating facilities; Promote Prestwould Plantation as a tourist attraction; Developing signage for Trade Trail; Promote Occoneechee State Park as tourist attraction; build 110-room conference center/hotel; Establish the Clarksville-Boydton Airport Commission to oversee Marks Municipal Airport; A pageant depicting the 1600’s in the Boydton area will be staged by the Clarksville Community players; Jamestown 2007 Cup annual US Power Boat Associations race; Lake Country Showcase 2007 – showcase fishing, wildlife, boating, golf, historical tours, fine dining, etc.; Lake Country Endurance Race – iron-man event that incorporates running, biking, and kayaking.
Colonial Beach http://www.colonialbeachva.net/
Proposed projects include: Conduct contests and recognitions of students and adults for achievement and participation; Colonial Beach Museum exhibits to include scanned pictures contributed by citizens; Library programs and media displays to coordinate with Museum exhibits; Recognition of contest winners in 2006 and 2007; Recognition of citizens performing activities that enhance community understanding of local history, and reflecting the history of the nation – from 1607 to the present; Voter registration; Walking tour brochure; Initiate Art Walks, showcasing local artists with presentations in galleries, restaurants, and businesses on the Second Friday of each month; Annual Potomac River Festival (2nd week end in June) to promote Jamestown 2007; Monthly Market Days on town commons, May – September; Projects/contests for recognizing High School and Elementary School students (research, speaking, art, computer graphics, fiction, etc.); Support the James Monroe Foundation’s project to connect the birthplace of James Monroe with the town of Colonial Beach via a bike/walking path; and Hosting a replica of the boat that John Smith used for exploration of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries (Sultana Project) - June 2007.
Colonial Heights
Proposed projects include: Signage at Fort Clifton and clearing of earthworks; Civil War Trails Campaign: Violet Bank and Fort Clifton; Anniversary Garden at Washington and Boulevard with new welcome sign; Brick House Renovation; Museum accreditation and renovation of exhibit space at Violet Bank for White Bank Indian Exhibit; Coloring book; Fort Clifton Festival; Elementary School plays at Festival; November 9 – School Ed Day; History Programs – Speakers and Encampments at Violet Bank.
Culpeper County
Possible projects include: Annual festival in the spring called “Culpeper Remembrance Days” celebrating Culpeper history; Taste of Culpeper showcasing the best of Culpeper’s restaurants, wineries, and locally grown products; Development of additional brochures to be added to the collection of publications on various aspects of Culpeper’s history. Brochures to include: driving tour map of Colonial/Revolutionary sites; brochure dedicated to motorcycle tourism; and possibly a brochure on significant African American sites; Friends of Cedar Mountain: Re-enactment of the Battle of Cedar Mountain (tentative); Partnership with Culpeper schools on projects throughout the year including tours to “teach the teacher” about local history and student essays on lesser known facts of local history; Blue Ridge Chorale – performance of Randall Thompson's "Ode to the Virginian Voyage" and excerpts from "The Testament of Freedom".
Cumberland County
Proposed projects include: Patriot Day; Bateau Festival; Fourth of July in Cartersville; Christmas Parade; promotion and tours of Historical districts and sites and trails- Civil War, Lee's Retreat, Civil Rights in Education; Dickens' Epitaph promotion.
Danville / Pittsylvania County
www.visitdanville.com
Proposed projects include: Come Home to Danville Celebration; planting of 400 trees/plants; special exhibits and displays at area museums; and genealogy workshops.
Deltaville
Proposed projects include: Design/build 1/8 scale model and full-scale version of the boat John Smith used to explore Chesapeake Bay; Creation of a script of discovery of Stingray Point based on researched accounts of life abroad John Smith’s barge; Stingray re-enactment demonstration of rowing and sailing of John Smith’s barge; Deltaville’s Heritage Days with a parade float using the scale model of John Smith’s boat; Art Festival with display of John Smith’s boat and traditional costumes with re-enactments of the discovery; Community log canoe building session using traditional methods.
Diamond Hills Historical Society
Proposed projects include: Publish 2008 calendar with pictures and history of 12 of the Diamond Hill homes; Work with Lynchburg Historical Foundation on October 2007 Ghost Tour; Sponsor tour of 7-10 Diamond Hill historic homes in December 2007.
Dickenson County http://www.dickensonctyva.com/
Proposed projects: Dickenson County School Division's Dramatization of Jamestown at the Jettie Baker Center; Fourth of July Celebration in the Town of Clintwood; Displays at Johnnie B. Deel Library; exhibits to include commemorative quilts, music, crafts; student portrayals of Jamestown activities; Clinchco Heritage Days; Haysi Fall Festival.
Dinwiddie County
Proposed projects include: Horse and Heritage Festival in May 2007 which will feature horse demonstrations, equestrian tools of the trade, possible equestrian auction, rodeo, music, arts and crafts tent and Dinwiddie County Heritage tent.
Dumfries
Possible projects include: Charter Day in May 2007 in honor of the 258th Anniversary of the signing of the Town’s Charter; Annual Fall Festival in October 2007; Possible Sister City Project with Dumfries, Scotland.
East Lindsey District, United Kingdom
www.e-lindsey.gov.uk
Proposed projects include: Creation of the Captain John Smith Trail; American Roots in English Soil (ARIES) Project with area schools to participate in 2006 Virginia Indian Festival in Gravesend, UK; Web site development and online booking offers via www.visitlincolnshire.com; Special performances by the London Mozart Players, with a Virginia theme; Commission and performance of a play on the life of John Smith and the founding of Jamestown; Publish book with local author and area schools: Captain John Smith and the Founding of Jamestown; Lincolnshire to Virginia leaflet which describes a trail through the towns and villages of eastern Lincolnshire which have connections with the early life of Captain John Smith; Celebration weekend July 6-9 2007 to include a Tudor/Stuart feast, a festival for primary/elementary schools, a church service and a play set in Willoughby Village.
Eastern Shore (Accomack and Northhampton Counties)
American Institution of Enslavement on Virginia's Eastern Shore, Truth & Reconciliation; Vignette of the Reading of Declaration of Independence; Welcome Home to Onancock; 1776: Liberty & Liberty Betrayed - Issues and Answers of 1773 – 1786; 7th Annual Juneteenth Heritage Festival; By Land or By Sea: static displays at Oyster & Maritime Museum to interpret early travel/Chincoteague history; 2007 Calendar: January: Official 400th Birthday Flag Raising at Town Limit Park; February: Hesperus Concert; May 20-21: John Smith/ Happy Birthday NOAA Weekend on Wharf; Rediscovering our Jamestown ancestors (May & September); June 17: Old fashioned town picnic and worship service at Ker Place; August: Celebration of the Arts Month; September 13-16: Godspeed weekend on wharf, escort boat parade, welcome ceremony, band concert; October 6: Commemorative Tree Planting Ceremony; “To Frame a Place” North Street Playhouse production of this William Nicholson play highlighting Onancock’s foundation and relations with Jamestown; “Here’s Onancock”- possible title for new book by 11 local authors describing and saluting the past, present and future of the town; All year: Localized commemorative U.S. cancellation stamp.
Emporia
Memorial garden at the local library; Annual Virginia Pork Festival in June: 2007’s festival will be themed to coincide with the Virginia 2007 celebration; Other annual festivals include: Virginia Peanut Festival during the last weekend in September, Meherrin River Arts Council lines up performers for various events, Great Peanut Tour on the Thursday through Saturday after Labor Day.Recent renovation of the 1781 Greensville County Courthouse; Meherrin River Arts Council; The Great Peanut Tour; Potential projects include: downtown sign plantings, upgrades to the City of Emporia web site to include historical, cultural, and tourism related information.
Essex County http://www.essex-virginia.org/
Discussing appropriate projects and events for participation in the commemoration.
Ewing / Lee County http://www.leecountyvirginia.com/
Proposed projects include: Weeklong special events for children in April 2007 and November 2007; weeklong special events featuring interpretive programs and special presentations in July 2007; Raid at Martin’s Station – May 11-13, 2007; America’s First Frontier – October 5-7, 2007; Wilderness Road Heritage Festival – October 8, 2007; Jamestown the Beginning of the Adventure.
Fairfax (City of)
Proposed projects include: Display/exhibit copies of George Mason’s “Fairfax Resolutions” and “Declaration of Rights”; Installing 21 historical markers in 2007; Fairfax City History Interpretive Center at the Wilcoxon Farm, Blenheim Estate; Special event at Fairfax City Museum illuminating contributions of George Mason and other Virginians.
Fairfax County www.fairfaxcounty.gov/opa/va2007/
Proposed projects include: County-wide events such as Glory Days, Colonial re-enactments and seasonal festivities following the Jamestown 2007 Theme Months; development of a publication tying together the history of Fairfax and the history of the Commonwealth of Virginia; Developing a series of public service announcements to be broadcasted this fall. They will encourage county residents, organizations and businesses to sponsor a 2007 event; Publicizing 2007 events through news releases, newsletters and the county’s web site; Partnership with community organizations and county agencies to theme existing events toward the Virginia 2007 celebrations; Partnership with FXVA and publicizing 2007 events on its online calendar at www.fxva.com/fxva/events.html; FXVA is developing an online itinerary of historical sites in the county that residents and visitors can tour; Production on the publishing of a historical anthology of the county’s history through the last 400 years.
Falls Church http://www.ci.falls-church.va.us/
Proposed projects include: Historical trail markers and walking tour; Downtown beautification; Town clock; Incorporation of Commemorative Flags in downtown area; First Arbor Day in Virginia Monument and Celebration; support the John Jackson Center for Piedmont Blues; "My Family's Legacy" education program; Commemorative City Car Sticker; plant commemorative gardens; archaeological survey of the Cherry Hill site.
Farmville
Proposed projects include: 2007 Heart of Virginia Festival Theme – “Come Home to Farmville”; display/exhibit with LCVA a specific era of Farmville’s history; school essay contest on notable Farmville citizen; development of curriculum to be taught in conjunction with Jamestown history; contact Archaeology Department at Longwood University to discuss a Farmville project; dedication of Main Street revitalization and new Municipal Complex; tree planting or similar project, with dedication or planting held on May 13, 2007.
Fauquier County
Proposed projects include: Surveying the Wilderness – traveling exhibit on colonial surveying; “Where Did I Come From?” – School project on demographics of County Residents; 2007 Special Reserve and Label for select wines at area wineries; 2007 Celebration Parades – Marshall and Remington.
Fincastle
Proposed projects include: Inter-generational oral history project involving area students interviewing longtime Fincastle residents is one of the exciting activities underway. This project has received a Virginia Humanities Grant; Fincastle Home and Garden Tour featuring historic homes and patriotic gardens (late May/early June); Fincastle Heritage Days honor and showcase area heritage crafters and related historic events (July); Attic Productions will present an original musical specifically written to commemorate this historic milestone entitled “From Sea to Shining Sea” each weekend in August; Botetourt County Historical Museum and Fincastle Historic Museum will exhibit exciting historical artifacts during the entire year to further enhance Fincastle’s participation and commemoration.
Floyd County
Proposed projects include: Restoration of Marie Williams property; Document all cemeteries in the County; Floyd County Traditions/Oral History, photo and digital archiving projects; Schools, 4-H and Historical Society efforts (History Day in action); Restoration work on the Old Jacksonville Cemetery; Interpretive historic signage and development of a historic map; Major Events celebrating the quadricentennial (2007) and 175th birthday of Floyd County (2006).
Franklin
Proposed projects include: construction of boat landing on Blackwater River - completion by 2006; Model Ship Building competition for local school children, spring 2007.
Fredericksburg
Possible projects include: Research and development of a historic sites inventory and marker program; Creation of “heritage trail” through historic districts, neighborhoods, parks and riverfront; Special events each month based on the 2007 themes.
Friends of New London, Inc.
Proposed projects include: Museum exhibits and programs; April 13, 2007 – Activities planned in conjunction with Thomas Jefferson’s birthday; Memorial Day, 2007 – Marking of graves of veterans in New London cemeteries; June 15-19, 2007 – Hunter’s Raid; July 4th Weekend celebrations; October 19, 2007 – celebrate the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown; Exhibits and activities to celebrate the heritage of The Wilderness Road; Establishment and operation of a museum within the village of New London; compile, disseminate, and make available to visitors research materials in the research room of Friends of New London museum; perform archeological surveys, etc. to assess and research historic resources of New London, including Native Americans, the colonial homes and businesses, the colonial arsenal and muster grounds, the Bedford Alum Springs Hotel, and the movements of armies during Hunter’s raids; foster educational programs with school districts; renovate the building which housed an African American congregation, New London Methodist Church, and foster the compilation of a history of the church and its congregation; renovate the building known as the office of Dr. N.L. Kabler; lead renovation efforts for other historical properties including the Ashwell house, the Bedford Alum Springs Hotel and others; foster and lead research into other churches in the vicinity; assess the feasibility of planning for conservation easements, for preservation of historic resources as well as for preservation of the agricultural character of the area and the viewshed of the Peaks of Otter and Blue Ridge Mountains; identify militia , Continental and state soldiers who served in the colonial, state and national military facilities in New London; research New London cemeteries.
Front Royal
Proposed projects include: Re-enactment of “The Reunion” on Chester Street after the Civil War, “living history” exhibition; Improvement and enlargement of our self-guided Walking Tour to include additional historic homes; Restoration of the McKay House on the North Side of Town; Opening of the Balthis House; 18th century living history programs, tours and exhibits by Warren Heritage Society; The Warren Heritage Society’s 37th annual Festival of Leaves; The Front Royal-Warren County’s Wine and Craft Festival; Develop and production of the Battle of Front Royal audio tape and CD; Historic Homes identification program; Various annual events will have 2007 as a theme; Street beautification.
Fulgham-Fulghum Family National Association homepages.rootsweb.com/~fulghum
Possible projects include: 2007 annual family reunion in Isle of Wight County; Establish Fulgham-Fulghum Family National Museum/Library, groundbreaking in 2007; Collection of family artifacts from US and England to be featured in the museum/library; Historical marker for the Fulgham-Fulghum Bridge over the Pagan River; Featured family at 50th Pilgrimage to celebrate restoration of 17th century St. Luke’s church; Family history address by family author Robert Lee Fulghum (All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Kindergarten…); Dinners, picnics, tours, sailings, seminars, church services, business meetings, social functions with entertainment, along with Jamestown 2007 Anniversary celebration events, etc.
Gadsden County, FL
“I Hear Hester Singing” Barn Day: June 2, 2007: Jamestown 2007 theme, celebrating our nation’s 400th anniversary and the growing of the nation’s first tobacco crop; 2nd Annual Open House at Dezell House: See the progress of the restoration as well as various displays; Quincyfest: Blues and Barbecue; Havana’s Centennial celebration.
Galax
www.ingalax.net
Possible projects include: The Galax Story - production of a play pertaining to the history of Galax; First Night Celebration - performing arts festival created by and for community to usher in the New Year; Centennial Sculpture - artist Al Frega has been contracted by Hill Studios to work on the Trail Extension Project which includes designing functional art along the trail extension; Centennial Snapshots: Old Galax photos will appear as a regular photo feature in the Gazette through Galax’s centennial year of 2006; Commemorative print post card; Galax History Afghan/throw commemorating significant landmarks in Galax designed by the Lions Club; Creation of a Centennial Calendar by Galax High School Art Classes; Galax Post Office will offer special Galax Centennial Stamp Cancellation at major events during 2006; New street banners will be hung in Downtown Galax; Galax Fire Department to document history of the fire department and planning exhibit and special events; 4th of July Parade with a Centennial theme.
George Mason University
Proposed projects include: Sponsoring a conference “Revisiting the Colonial Chesapeake,” in the fall of 2007 which will reassess the findings of the “Chesapeake School” in light of newer research on trans-Atlantic slavery, migration, Indians, gender, and race.
Gloucester County
Proposed projects include: Point Walk - a nature/history/ecology trail with interpretive signage explaining the significance of Gloucester Point, preservation of wetlands, impact of the river on commerce, birding, etc. located at Gloucester Point Beach; Visitor information displays for guests approaching from historic triangle areas; Beautification program along the Route 17 corridor by the Gloucester Daffodil Festival Committee; Community-wide participation in the America’s Anniversary Garden program; New interpretive panels and walkways at Tyndall’s Point telling of its significance in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars and before; Annual events such as the Daffodil Festival, 7th Virginia Regiment encampment, Battle of the Hook, and Black Powder & Paint Living History Weekend will be themed to the 400th Anniversary; Distribution of a resource guide for individuals and groups planning 2007 reunions; Month-long exhibit in September of the “Secret Code of the Underground Railroad” and a 2-day Quilts of River Country show.
Goochland County http://www.co.goochland.va.us/
Proposed projects include: relocation of county-wide historical exhibit from the old jail to newly renovated Goochland High School and Goochland Administration Building; black and white photograph display of historic Goochland County life and it’s citizens; and presentation of historical map notating all of the US patents from Goochland County.
Gravesham Borough Council, Kent, England
Proposed projects include: Twinning visit of residents, including the Mayor, from Gravesham to Virginia; Re-creation of the ship Discovery to be displayed during a regatta in Summer 2007.
Grayson County
Proposed projects include: completion of walking and biking trail; opening of Powerhouse Park at Peach Bottom Falls, a public historical site; new Community Center in Whitetop Community, including branch library and space for events; original play featuring history and cultural heritage, with focus on mountain music in region.
Greater Williamsburg Women's Association
Proposed projects include: Sing America Virginia 2007 Celebration: The Voice of Unity! – An activity to highlight musical renditions of African American Heritage, well known Patriotic songs, military songs (in recognition of the 4 branches of the armed forces), classics, oldies, and favorites- new and old; songs will be performed by the choirs of Hampton University, Christopher Newport University, Old Dominion University, the College of William and Mary, and Virginia State University.
Greensville County
Proposed projects include: Plant a red, white and blue memorial garden at the library servicing the City and County; The June 2007 Greensville County Pork Festival will include a patriotic theme.
Gwynn's Island http://www.qsl.net/w4rzb/gimuse.html
Possible projects include: “Welcome Home to Gwynn’s Island” signs at Civic League Building and Gwynn’s Island Museum; Expansion of the Gwynn’s Island Museum; Acquisition of artifacts and documents for display in the museum; Commemorative events during the annual Gwynn’s Island Festival; Features in each newsletter of the Gwynn’s Island Civic League mentioning a significant part of Island history; Feature in the Festival souvenir booklet on Yorktown’s 225th anniversary and the celebration.
Halifax County
Proposed projects include: Crossing of the Dan exhibit to be hosted at the Prizery; permanent display of Halifax County history at South Boston-Halifax County Museum of Fine Arts and history; L.E. Coleman African-American museum to be housed in an abandoned school building located in Halifax; Town of Halifax revitalization project; development of a park in South Boston on the Taylor building site; completion of a $7.5 million renovation of The Prizery located in South Boston; development of a curriculum to be incorporated in the public schools to recognize and promote importance of the Crossing the Dan to the Revolutionary War; Juneteenth Celebration at Berry Hill Plantation resort; Paul C. Edmunds Park- future plans for the park include a Visitors Center/Hall of Fame, Amphitheater, and Splash Park; Heritage Village; publication of a book on the historical architecture of Halifax County; State Certified visitor’s center.
Hampton
Possible projects include: Downtown Historic Walking Tour Book and Guide; Hampton Neighborhood Histories: resident narratives on histories of homes, businesses, and neighborhoods; Jamestown Exhibition; Hampton Institute and the Gilded Age: African American Furniture Making in Virginia; Virginia Air and Space Center Space Bound 2007 Opening; Hampton History Museum Native American Gallery to reflect the interior of a Kecoughtan native dwelling prior to and during the time of the first settler’s arrival; Virginia Intertribal Festival: Hampton Coliseum; A Jamestown 2007 signature event; African American Imprint on Virginia: Virginia’s Historically Black Colleges will host a series of conferences and events celebrating the influence and contribution of African American’s on society; Annual events to adopt a Jamestown 2007 theme: Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, International Children’s Festival, Hampton Blackbeard Festival, Fourth at the Fort, Afrikan American Festival, Hampton Jazz Festival, Hampton Bay Days and Hampton Holly Days; “Journey Up the James” on Saturday, April 28, 2007: 6:00 a.m.- The Godspeed, Discovery, and Susan Constant will depart from Virginia Beach towards Hampton. Other character vessels will be docked and available for tours until 7:00 p.m.; Hampton is inviting the Navy and the USS Hampton submarine to participate in the voyage of the Godspeed, reflecting 400 years of history and advancement.; Hampton has proposed a viewing of the flotilla accompanied by a performance of the US Continental Army Band in Continental Park at Fort Monroe.; Landing re-enactment planned for when the Godspeed reaches the Veterans Affairs Medical Center; Hampton also intends to invite the Schooner Virginia, the Cousteau Society’s Alcyone and the Kalmar Nickel to participate in the festivities and open their vessels for touring; History learning stations, vendors with appropriate goods, strolling period musicians, and re- enactors will interact with waterfront visitors; Great American Dock Party; Captain John Smith 400 Project/ The Saltana Project: Features replica of Smith’s shallop that was used to explore the Chesapeake Bay; 10:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m.- International Children’s Festival in Mill Point Park on April 28 honoring cultures of nearly thirty nations; On Sunday April 29, 2007: A service will be held at Mill Point Park at 10:00 am; A public reception will take place at Hampton History Museum; Visitation to ships, re-enacted villages, musicians and historical interpreters will continue Sunday; First Landing Celebration at Hampton’s First Landing Monument; On Monday April 30, 2007 and Tuesday May 1, 2007: Children will visit the Godspeed and other visiting vessels; 9:00 a.m. on May 1 will be a blessing of the fleet and the ships’ departures.
Harrisonburg / Rockingham County
Possible projects include: “Rockingham Routes, a driving tour of the Route 11/Route42 corridor in Harrisonburg/Rockingham County” - CD Rom driving tour; Route 11 Scenic Byway Designation; Four color walking tour brochure of newly designated national historic district; Blacks Run Greenway: provide recreational outlet for hiking, walking, jogging, biking; safe, off-road means for children/pedestrians to travel between sites; improved access to downtown businesses; enhanced tourist profile; educational opportunities; safeguard for watershed/wildlife; opportunity to exercise civic pride; Hardesty-Higgins House/Transportation Museum; Streetscape of Harrisonburg; Rockingham County Fair; Special exhibits in the Virginia Quilt Museum; Reunion for Harrisonburg/Rockingham County on Valley 4th.
Harwich Society, Essex, England
Proposed projects include: visit to England by Chief Anne of the Rappahannock Tribe; Exhibition on Jamestown at Ha'penny Pier Vistitor Centre; Displ |