Join Poplar Forest’s African American Advisory Group, interpretation and archaeology staff, and the Board of Directors to celebrate, recognize and remember the men, women and children of the enslaved community at Poplar Forest. The free, family-oriented event features musical performances, historic interpreters, and more on the grounds of Poplar Forest.
Join Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest and the Blue Ridge Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (SDAR) to witness a Naturalization Ceremony welcoming new American citizens in honor of Constitution Day, the day in 1787 the American Constitution was signed into law. A luncheon for the new citizens and their families will be served following the ceremony. […]
Festival with bands, dance groups, soul food, beer & botanical cocktail garden, upscale resale vendor, walking tours and free horse and carriage rides. At 2 pm, there will be an unveiling of our new museum exhibits featuring African American Luminaries from Pierce Street. Oral history project will be shown
Join us for the FREE presentation by History Professor Dr. Clifton W. Potter on his upcoming book on Lynchburg’s POW camp during the Civil War. Afterwards his book will be available for purchase and he will sign your book. With three railroads and a canal passing through the city, Lynchburg, Virginia, was a major hospital center during the Civil War, […]
This October spirits from the past will guide you along the trail to the Natural Bridge, all by lantern light. As Halloween approaches, those long gone will lead you on a walk through times gone by. Along the way, you will uncover the forgotten history of some of those who have left their mark on this place. Pre-registration is required, […]
Day at The Point is an annual, family friendly, fall festival held at Point of Honor in Lynchburg, Virginia. The historic grounds of Point of Honor come to life with living history, live music, food, and local vendors. Festival goers can experience period craft demonstrations, house tours, and costumed interpreters. Special 15% discount in Gift Shop. The event is always […]
TOURS ARE OCTOBER 11TH AND 12TH AT 11 A.M. AND 2 P.M. EACH DAY. An amateur archaeologist known to have studied Native American material culture, Thomas Jefferson would surely be fascinated by the more than 300,000 artifacts found on the Poplar Forest grounds since 1986. Join Poplar Forest’s archaeologists for a walking tour focused on the latest archaeological dig sites […]
Back by popular demand are ghost tours of Sandusky by candlelight. Hear supernatural tales of Sandusky’s past. Tours take place at 7:00 pm, 7:30 pm, 8:00 pm, and 8:30 pm and last about 45 minutes. Cost is $15 per person. Space is very limited, our ghost tours in 2022 sold out so make your reservation now
One of America’s first foodies, Thomas Jefferson had a taste for fine wines and gourmet foods. Join the president, as portrayed by actor Bill Barker, in his private retreat to raise a glass to a successful harvest season and enjoy a multicourse dinner prepared by Peakland Catering with delightful wine pairings. Must be 21 and over. Tickets for the Fall […]
The Lynchburg Museum will be open for First Fridays on Friday, November 1, from 5 pm-7 pm. The featured exhibit “500 Miles: Fifty Years of Running the Virginia 10 Miler” will be on display through the month of November. The museum also has copies of “The Virginia 10 Miler: Fifty Years and Still Running Strong” by Bret Boman and Lesley […]
“Fought Literally Up to the Muzzles” – APPS Fall 2024 Guided Walking Tour: From 1:00pm-4:00pm, November 2, 2024, APPS Chief Historian Patrick Schroeder will lead you over the grounds of Appomattox Station and the surrounding area, bringing to life the events of April 8, 1865. Guests will learn the pivotal role this three-hour battle played in the ultimate conclusion of […]
Eat, drink, shop and explore a gem of American history when the Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival returns to Mr. Jefferson’s south lawn. Join Poplar Forest in celebrating Jefferson’s legacy as the father of Virginia wine with tastings from multiple regional wineries. Enjoy live music performances, graze on foods by local vendors and shop the artisan market for one-of-a-kind finds. Tour […]
