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
In the event of a federal government shut down, Belle Grove will operate as usual, however the… more
In the event of a federal government shut down, Belle Grove will operate as usual, however the… more
Saturday, October 4, 10:30-11:30 – Smart & Brave: Death of a Civil War General at Belle Grove
Smart & Brave: Death of a Civil War General at Belle Grove, a free lecture by Dr. Dianne… more
Smart & Brave: Death of a Civil War General at Belle Grove, a free lecture by Dr. Dianne… more
Sunday, October 5, 1-3 p.m. – Fall Home Decoration with Corn Husk Dolls & Primitive Brooms
You will make a corn husk doll and a small natural corn broom to take home. These items can be… more
You will make a corn husk doll and a small natural corn broom to take home. These items can be… more
