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Abba & Frank Thornton: Making a Garden from a Thicket

Sunday, May 24, 2-2:30 p.m.

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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GardenFest

Saturday, June 6, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Virginia Cooperative Extension supported by the Northern Shenandoah Valley Master Gardener Association presents GardenFest at Belle Grove on Saturday, June 6, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.


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Descendants Day in Honor of Juneteenth

Saturday, June 13, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Join us for the inaugural Descendants Day in Honor of Juneteenth as we celebrate the legacy of the enslaved through faith, food, and music! 


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Kneading in Silence: A Glimpse into the Life of the Enslaved Cook Judah

Sunday, June 28, 3:15-3:45 p.m.

A free 30-minute presentation discusses the life of Judah, an enslaved cook of Belle Grove.


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Bluegrass in the Barn

Saturday, July 25, 5-8 p.m.

A summer tradition with Five of Kind Bluegrass! It is the perfect way to enjoy the Barn and sunset view.


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Book Reading with Kenyette Spencer Mills Author of The Dressmakers Secret

Sunday, August 16, 3-5 p.m.

Reading with Kenyette Spencer Mills, author of the forthcoming historical novel, The Dressmaker’s Secret. 


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