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April 2020
Passover is the Jewish celebratory feast that honors the emancipation of Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. Traditionally, Jewish families gather on the first few nights of Passover for dinner and the Seder ritual, in which a family or community retells the story of the liberation.
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Join Belmont Garden Manager Jody Wilken for a walking tour of the beautiful grounds at Gari Melchers Home and Studio. Approximately 45 minutes, rain or shine. Wear proper shoes for uneven terrain. Free admission- limited to 25 participants. Register with Jody Wilken at jwilken@umw.edu or 540 654-1839.
Find out moreMay 2020
Join Belmont Garden Manager Jody Wilken for a walking tour of the beautiful grounds at Gari Melchers Home and Studio. Approximately 45 minutes, rain or shine. Wear proper shoes for uneven terrain. Free admission- limited to 25 participants. Register with Jody Wilken at jwilken@umw.edu or 540 654-1839.
Find out moreJune 2020
Join Belmont Garden Manager Jody Wilken for a walking tour of the beautiful grounds at Gari Melchers Home and Studio. Approximately 45 minutes, rain or shine. Wear proper shoes for uneven terrain. Free admission- limited to 25 participants. Register with Jody Wilken at jwilken@umw.edu or 540 654-1839.
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The public is invited to a behind the scenes tour of the museum operation at Gari Melchers Home and Studio led by 35-year veteran at the property, Joanna Catron. Start at Visitor Center. Members free, Non-members $10. Limited to 12. Reservations required. Contact: Jennifer Pinkerton at jpinkert@umw.edu or 540 654-1842
Find out moreJoin Belmont Garden Manager Jody Wilken for a walking tour of the beautiful grounds at Gari Melchers Home and Studio. Approximately 45 minutes, rain or shine. Wear proper shoes for uneven terrain. Free admission- limited to 25 participants. Register with Jody Wilken at jwilken@umw.edu or 540 654-1839.
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Uncover the history underneath Market Square! Campers will explore how archeologist excavated and studied Market Square through fun activities, games, and crafts. All of this will be facilitated by a FAM educator. This camp is for children entering 3rd – 6th grade. FAM will offer this one-day camp July 16, 23, and 30 from 9:30am -11:30am in Market Square. FAM will follow stringent cleaning and health protocols recommended by the CDC. Each camper will be provided with [...]
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Come celebrate the 160th anniversary of Gari Melchers’ birth. Admission is $1.60 to those who say “Happy Birthday!” Let Melchers inspire you to create your own art. Free-to-use art supplies will be available or you may bring your own. Birthday cake will be served. Contact: Buffy Knappenberger at eknappen@umw.edu or 540 654-1843
Find out moreJoin Belmont Garden Manager Jody Wilken for a walking tour of the beautiful grounds at Gari Melchers Home and Studio. Approximately 45 minutes, rain or shine. Wear proper shoes for uneven terrain. Free admission- limited to 25 participants. Register with Jody Wilken at jwilken@umw.edu or 540 654-1839.
Find out moreDecember 2020
Free. Conducted by Virginia Master Naturalists, these informative walks cover a mile of trails in both woodlands and fields and also touch on the historic ruins of Belmont’s past. Dress appropriately and meet in the Visitor Center. Contact: Buffy Knappenberger at eknappen@umw.edu or 540 654-1843
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