Belle Grove is located in the northern Shenandoah Valley near Middletown, Virginia. It was the home Major Isaac Hite and his wife Nelly Madison Hite, sister of President James Madison. Major Hite, grandson of Shenandoah Valley Pioneer Jost Hite, used enslaved labor to expand his original 483 acres to a prosperous 7500 acre plantation, growing wheat, raising livestock, and operating a large distillery and several mills. The Manor House, completed in 1797, was the centerpiece of the property and is open for touring today. MORE
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October 1, 2025 – Belle Grove remains open during government shutdown
Belle Grove operates as usual during the federal government shutdown. However, the National Park… more
Belle Grove operates as usual during the federal government shutdown. However, the National Park… more
Saturday, November 1, 2-3 p.m. – For the Cause of LIberty
If the Federal Goverment shutdown has not ended by this date, this program will be rescheduled. more
If the Federal Goverment shutdown has not ended by this date, this program will be rescheduled. more
Saturday, November 15, 7-9 p.m. – Music from the Federal Period
This event is sold out. Talented violinist Amanda Scheetz will be joined by other musicians to… more
This event is sold out. Talented violinist Amanda Scheetz will be joined by other musicians to… more
