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Historic African American Gardening and Foodways in the Northern Shenandoah Valley Lecture

Sunday, March 23, 2-4 p.m.

Come learn about what ethnobotanical archeological research done at the Belle Grove enslaved quarter site reveals about African American foodways in the 18th century. 


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Wild Wednesdays

Wednesday, March 26, 11 a.m.

Families are invited to join us at Belle Grove to have fun learning about our wild world! 


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Community Quilting Bee for Quilt Honoring People Enslaved at Belle Grove

Saturday, March 29, 2:00-4:00

Come learn about memorial quilts that will honor the 270 individuals enslaved at Belle Grove from the 1780s to the 1860s. Community members are now invited to participate in the quilting process. No experience necessary! 


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Abba & Frank Thornton: Making a Garden from a Thicket

Sunday, March 30

The amazing story of Abba and Frank Thornton, enslaved by the Hites and the progenitors of a 35 member family, some of whom they saw reach freedom.


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Sense and SensabiliTEA

Sunday, April 6, 2-4 p.m.

Enjoy a gentile afternoon tea in the Regency era at tables throughout the Belle Grove Manor House.


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Easter Spring Flower Arrangement

Wednesday, April 16, 1-3 p.m.

Attendees will create a spring floral centerpiece with spring boughs, flowers, and moss. Accents like small rabbits, plants, eggs, or rocks can be added for a more rustic look.


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