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Historical Barns Project: John Adamson

“Shenandoah County Patriots Not Named Muhlenberg”
Shenandoah County’s best-known Revolutionary War hero is Peter Muhlenberg, but there are many others who have been overshadowed by his fame. Gabe Neville recently shared stories of other local patriots whose service should be remembered during his SCHS Public Program presentation on Nov. 14th at the Heritage Center in Edinburg.Mr. Neville, who lives in Fairfax County, is the author of the 8th Virginia Regiment website and is writing a book on the 8th Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley in the Revolutionary War, which should be available in the coming year. Gabe is a former journalist and congressional staffer who now works as a business advisor at a Washington DC law firm.A video of his program is available on YouTube.
Edinburg VFW Post 2447 Exhibit in Historic Courthouse Visitor Center
The display includes items from their collection of memorabilia that hearken back to its its founding, through the period just after World War I, and through the Global War on terrorism. Included in the display are German, Japanese, Vietnamese, Russian, and Iraqi helmets and other equipment, as well as their own from all the above conflicts. The exhibit is on view at the Old Historic Court House at 103 N. Court St., every Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., running through the end of 2023.
A 2024 Heritage Day Invitation
Here’s an early announcement of Shenandoah County Heritage Day 2024! This countywide day of sharing our history is set for Saturday, April 13, 2024 at the New Market Fire Hall on South Congress St. in New Market.The Fire Hall is a wonderful, large space and so were hoping that, in addition to our local history organizations, well have many individuals who will attend to bring and share their historical stories.We invite you to come and exhibit family history, house history, church histories, cemetery histories, town and village histories and more. Many topics to choose from! There is no cost involved. We supply tables and chairs.Heritage Day is hosted by SCHS and the Shenandoah County Library Archives. For more information, contact Zach Hottel, county archivist at 540-984-8200 or leave a message at the SCHS, 540-459-1795.

Historical Barns Project: John Adamson

“Shenandoah County Patriots Not Named Muhlenberg”
Shenandoah County’s best-known Revolutionary War hero is Peter Muhlenberg, but there are many others who have been overshadowed by his fame. Gabe Neville recently shared stories of other local patriots whose service should be remembered during his SCHS Public Program presentation on Nov. 14th at the Heritage Center in Edinburg.Mr. Neville, who lives in Fairfax County, is the author of the 8th Virginia Regiment website and is writing a book on the 8th Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley in the Revolutionary War, which should be available in the coming year. Gabe is a former journalist and congressional staffer who now works as a business advisor at a Washington DC law firm.A video of his program is available on YouTube.
Edinburg VFW Post 2447 Exhibit in Historic Courthouse Visitor Center
The display includes items from their collection of memorabilia that hearken back to its its founding, through the period just after World War I, and through the Global War on terrorism. Included in the display are German, Japanese, Vietnamese, Russian, and Iraqi helmets and other equipment, as well as their own from all the above conflicts. The exhibit is on view at the Old Historic Court House at 103 N. Court St., every Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., running through the end of 2023.
A 2024 Heritage Day Invitation
Here’s an early announcement of Shenandoah County Heritage Day 2024! This countywide day of sharing our history is set for Saturday, April 13, 2024 at the New Market Fire Hall on South Congress St. in New Market.The Fire Hall is a wonderful, large space and so were hoping that, in addition to our local history organizations, well have many individuals who will attend to bring and share their historical stories.We invite you to come and exhibit family history, house history, church histories, cemetery histories, town and village histories and more. Many topics to choose from! There is no cost involved. We supply tables and chairs.Heritage Day is hosted by SCHS and the Shenandoah County Library Archives. For more information, contact Zach Hottel, county archivist at 540-984-8200 or leave a message at the SCHS, 540-459-1795.

Shenandoah County Historical Society Mission Statement

•   Foster a spirit of cooperation between existing organizations, writers, historians, genealogists, collectors, preservationists, and other members of the Shenandoah County community.

•   Aid in the collection and creation of materials and publications about the history of Shenandoah County and ensure that they are preserved and made available to the community.

•   Support efforts by citizens, organizations and government to preserve historic buildings and sites.

•   Share history through programs and exhibits.



Organizational Tax Status

The Shenandoah County Historical Society was founded in 1985 and is established as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. It is completely volunteer driven. The Society is sustained by memberships, donations, grants and profits from book sales. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

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Shenandoah County Geography Supplement

Moore/Miller/Shoemaker

This Supplement was originally published in 1926 by the County School Board. It was revised, edited and republished by the Board in 1931. It was used as a teaching tool in the school classrooms. 2007 reprint. 39 pages. 8 1/2 x 11.

Softcover
Item# 7003

Price: $10
Members: $10

Changes Pave The Way - Education In Shenandoah County 1977-2000

Retired Teachers Association

A sequel to Echoes of Shenandoah. Filled with history and facts, this book also includes recollections of many of those who contributed to the writing of this book. 2002. 207 pages.

Softcover
Item# 7002

Price: $15
Members: $15

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Belle Grove Holiday Tours in Middletown, Va. -- Dec. 1 - Dec. 30
Belle Grove Plantation is decorated for the holidays throughout December. A 12-foot Christmas tree is in the Parlor of the historic Manor House. Area Garden Clubs have decorated each room with a "Winter Whimsey" theme. Guided Tours: Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (last tour at 3:15 p.m.) Sundays, 1-5 p.m. (last tour 4:15 p.m.) Christmas by Candlelight (self-guided tours and live music) on Friday and Saturdays 4-8 p.m. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. for more information, visit BelleGrove.org.

Holiday Arrangement Class at Belle Grove Plantaion in Middletown, Va. on Dec. 15
Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Learn how to create a beautiful floral centerpiece for the holidays. Using fresh flowers and evergreens, this class will teach you to create a professional looking arrangement for a fraction of the price it would cost to purchase it. Please bring a pair of sturdy scissors or floral shears and your favorite container, such as silver pitchers, bowls, or favorite vases . Pre-registration required: $25.00. for more information, visit BelleGrove.org.

Historic Courthouse Exhibit through Dec. 31, 2023
The Edinburg VFW Post 2447 Exhibit in Historic Courthouse Visitor Center includes from their collection of memorabilia from its founding, through the period just after World War I, and through the Global War on terrorism. Included in the display are German, Japanese, Vietnamese, Russian, and Iraqi helmets and other equipment, as well as their own from all the above conflicts. The exhibit is on view at the Old Historic Court House at 103 N. Court St., every Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., running through the end of 2023.

Upcoming events...

Belle Grove Holiday Tours in Middletown, Va. -- Dec. 1 - Dec. 30
Belle Grove Plantation is decorated for the holidays throughout December. A 12-foot Christmas tree is in the Parlor of the historic Manor House. Area Garden Clubs have decorated each room with a "Winter Whimsey" theme. Guided Tours: Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (last tour at 3:15 p.m.) Sundays, 1-5 p.m. (last tour 4:15 p.m.) Christmas by Candlelight (self-guided tours and live music) on Friday and Saturdays 4-8 p.m. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. for more information, visit BelleGrove.org.

Holiday Arrangement Class at Belle Grove Plantaion in Middletown, Va. on Dec. 15
Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Learn how to create a beautiful floral centerpiece for the holidays. Using fresh flowers and evergreens, this class will teach you to create a professional looking arrangement for a fraction of the price it would cost to purchase it. Please bring a pair of sturdy scissors or floral shears and your favorite container, such as silver pitchers, bowls, or favorite vases . Pre-registration required: $25.00. for more information, visit BelleGrove.org.


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  • Shenandoah County Geography Supplement   •   Moore/Miller/Shoemaker  •   This Supplement was originally published in 1926 by the County School Board. It was revised, edited and republished by the Board in 1931. It was used as a teaching tool in the school classrooms. 2007 reprint. 39 pages. 8 1/2 x 11.  Softcover  •   Item #7003  •   Price: $10   Members: $10
  • Schools in New Market - Shenandoah County, Virginia   •   Nancy Branner Stewart  •   Volume I (1766-1870). A history of the school in New Market during the dates indicated. Many photos. 1992. 172 pages.  Softcover  •   Item #7001  •   Price: $16   Members: $15
  • Reflections: Early Schools of Shenandoah County   •   SCHS  •   Histories of the early schools throughout Shenandoah County, with photos and many handwritten entries. Originally published by SCHS in 1995. 1996. 390 pages. 8 1/2 x 11. 2nd edition.  Hardcover  •   Item #7000  •   Price: $25   Members: $24
  • Changes Pave The Way - Education In Shenandoah County 1977-2000   •   Retired Teachers Association  •   A sequel to Echoes of Shenandoah. Filled with history and facts, this book also includes recollections of many of those who contributed to the writing of this book. 2002. 207 pages.  Softcover  •   Item #7002  •   Price: $15   Members: $15

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    Reflections: Early Schools of Shenandoah County   •   SCHS  •   Histories of the early schools throughout Shenandoah County, with photos and many handwritten entries. Originally published by SCHS in 1995. 1996. 390 pages. 8 1/2 x 11. 2nd edition.  Hardcover  •   Item #7000  •   Price: $25   Members: $24
    Shenandoah County Geography Supplement   •   Moore/Miller/Shoemaker  •   This Supplement was originally published in 1926 by the County School Board. It was revised, edited and republished by the Board in 1931. It was used as a teaching tool in the school classrooms. 2007 reprint. 39 pages. 8 1/2 x 11.  Softcover  •   Item #7003  •   Price: $10   Members: $10

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