July 2020
For only two nights in 2020, Belmont's grounds will be open after hours for photographers to catch that "golden hour" with their clients. All interested photographers must reserve their spot by May 1. On the day of the event, photographers must pay the $50 per client session photography fee upon arrival. Spots will be limited, so register fast. Contact: Buffy Knappenberger at eknappen@umw.edu or 540 654-1843
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Join us for another toe-tapping evening of live music provided by local bands in the beautiful summer setting of our lawn and gardens. Enjoy homegrown Stafford County crafted beer, wine and food trucks. Visit the studio and galleries of American artist Gari Melchers. Sponsored by Stafford Tourism. Free admission. Tickets for beer/wine $5 and food trucks accept cash or credit. Questions please contact Meghan Pcsolyar, mpcsolya@umw.edu or 540-654-1848.
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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.
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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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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 moreJoin us for another toe-tapping evening of live music provided by local bands in the beautiful summer setting of our lawn and gardens. Enjoy homegrown Stafford County crafted beer, wine and food trucks. Visit the studio and galleries of American artist Gari Melchers. Sponsored by Stafford Tourism. Free admission. Tickets for beer/wine $5 and food trucks accept cash or credit. Questions please contact Meghan Pcsolyar, mpcsolya@umw.edu or 540-654-1848.
Find out moreFree. 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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Join us for another toe-tapping evening of live music provided by local bands in the beautiful summer setting of our lawn and gardens. Enjoy homegrown Stafford County crafted beer, wine and food trucks. Visit the studio and galleries of American artist Gari Melchers. Sponsored by Stafford Tourism. Free admission. Tickets for beer/wine $5 and food trucks accept cash or credit. Questions please contact Meghan Pcsolyar, mpcsolya@umw.edu or 540-654-1848.
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Explore Stafford County's rich historical legacy of more than three centuries with multicultural perspectives, historical interpretation, agricultural demonstrations, and presentations from local organizations. Family-friendly. Free admission. Contact: Jennifer Pinkerton at jpinkert@umw.edu or 540 654-1842
Find out moreFree. 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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Screenings TBD at 10:30 AM, 1:30 PM; 4:30 PM Did you know that Gari Melchers once had lunch with Charlie Chaplin and loved going to the cinema? Spend an afternoon with us enjoying the motion pictures of the pre-talkies era with live musical accompaniment, popcorn, candy, sodas and food trucks! Dr. Andrew Simpson, music professor, Catholic University, will curate and accompany on piano two silent film classics and discuss the genre of silent film as [...]
Find out moreFree. 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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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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Tours of the house, music, food, drink, and conviviality. Free to Members and their guests. Contact: Jennifer Pinkerton at jpinkert@umw.edu or 540 654-1842
Find out moreFree. 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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