Forest History Events

Wednesday, June 6 11:00a
National D-Day Memorial, Bedford
Spend the 68th anniversary of D-Day at the National D-Day Memorial where valor, fidelity, and sacrifice are honored every day.

Saturday, June 16 10:00a
National D-Day Memorial, Bedford
On this Father’s Day weekend, treat dad to a one-of-a-kind exhibit featuring miniature World War II model planes, tanks, ships, jeeps, historic figures, and more.

Saturday, July 21 10:00a
National D-Day Memorial, Bedford
Discover the lessons and legacy of World War II through interactive programs, tours, and projects. Activities include Victory Garden projects, book-signings, conversations with veterans, story stations, living

Friday, June 1 9:00a
Altavista On Track, Altavista
Altavista On Track has launched Phase Three of the Founders Square Commemorative Brick Program. A limited number of bricks are once again available for sale through the Spring of 2012.

Friday, June 1 9:00a
Altavista On Track, Altavista
Altavista On Track is currently offering a print by local artist Karen Blaesing. The scene is of Main Street Altavista, circa '40’s, depicting Jimmy's Café.

Friday, June 1 9:00a
Altavista On Track, Altavista
Altavista On Track (AOT) will hold a raffle for the original painting of "Jimmy's Cafe" created by local artist Karen Blaesing.

Wednesday, June 13 12:15p
Baine's Books and Coffee, Appomattox
Appomattox's own Joel Sweeney learned the banjo from local African-Americans and became one of the first white men to play the instrument on stage.

Saturday, June 2 8:30a
Smith River Sports Complex, Axton
Civil War reenactment, infantry, artillery, cavalry, sutlers, concessions, period photographer, battles both days, period church service on Sunday, lots to do and see!

Saturday, June 9 10:00a
Bracketts Farm, Louisa
Battle of Trevilian Station Re-enactment event is held at Bracketts Farm (1117 Nolting Rd) in Louisa, VA.

Wednesday, July 4 9:00a
Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, Charlottesville
The 50th annual naturalization ceremony on Monticello’s West Lawn—one of America’s most moving July 4 events—will include remarks by a featured speaker and patriotic music by the Charlottesville Municipal Band.