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July 2021
History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
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Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »Barter Theatre at Moonlight Drive-In: Barter Sings Broadway
"Join Barter favorites as they sing their favorite hits from some of the best Broadway musicals of all time. Featuring songs from classics like Grease, The King and I, The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, and Guys & Dolls, as well as modern classics like Wicked and Frozen, Barter Sings Broadway will be a celebration on the Moonlite Drive-In Stage."
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »Back to School Benefit Ride
Wrecking Crew Harley Davidson and Good Samaritan have partnered up to raise money for local school children in need. all proceeds from this ride will go to the 2021 Back to School Campaign to provide kids with backpacks, school supplies, and fresh clothes! Support your community while having a blast with the Crew and enjoying free food and live music from 12-4 p.m.
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »August 2021
History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »Exchange Place Heritage Summer Sunday
Even though everyone is eagerly anticipating gearing back up with the Fall Folk Arts Festival (September 25 and 26; more information will be sent out at a later date), we decided we couldn’t wait, so we are instituting a new event – Heritage Summer Sunday. This unique one-day experience will be held on Sunday, August 8, from 2 pm until 4:30 pm. Admission is $5 per person, with those under the age of 12 admitted free. As always, all proceeds…
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Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »History at Home
Friday July 2 nd 10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw, What is That?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18 th century pass time art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. 2:00 p.m. “Meet with a Continental Soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier an hear about life in Washington's Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would…
Find out more »Railroad Car Dining Experience
The Watauga Valley Railroad Museum to host a unique dining opportunity on historic railroad dining cars in Historic Jonesborough Note: please find photos here https://www.dropbox.com/sh/5cb40gjrv6f7jje/AAAKG0HXjSGqCOeMZGY3fl6Wa?dl=0. The Watauga Valley Railroad Museum will host a special dining experience on restored vintage railroad dining cars on Saturday, August 14 at 5:30 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. at the Jonesborough Rail Yard. The nostalgia of a bygone era will be relieved in these beautifully decorated railroad dining cars. The Watauga Valley Railroad Museum will provide a unique opportunity for fine dining and entertainment on the restored Clinchfield 100 and Moultrie dining cars. The…
Find out more »Railroad Car Dining Experience
The Watauga Valley Railroad Museum to host a unique dining opportunity on historic railroad dining cars in Historic Jonesborough Note: please find photos here https://www.dropbox.com/sh/5cb40gjrv6f7jje/AAAKG0HXjSGqCOeMZGY3fl6Wa?dl=0. The Watauga Valley Railroad Museum will host a special dining experience on restored vintage railroad dining cars on Saturday, August 14 at 5:30 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. at the Jonesborough Rail Yard. The nostalgia of a bygone era will be relieved in these beautifully decorated railroad dining cars. The Watauga Valley Railroad Museum will provide a unique opportunity for fine dining and entertainment on the restored Clinchfield 100 and Moultrie dining cars. The…
Find out more »Heritage Alliance Trivia Night
Heat Up Your Summer with Heritage Alliance Trivia Night The Heritage Alliance's trivia night returns this summer with two in-person dates! Join the Heritage Alliance at the Eureka Inn in Jonesborough on Thursday, June 24 and Friday, August 27 at 7 p.m. for general history-based trivia questions. The Eureka Inn will host both events in their outside courtyard and feature a “light bites” menu. Trivia questions cover a wide range of topics and categories. Previous topics have included Odd Jobs, Pop Culture, Food & Drink, Sports and more! Teams, of up to six…
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