Upcoming Events

A 19th Century Christmas at Ellwood

Saturday, December 20, 2014. Civil War-era Santa will be at Ellwood from 9 AM to 11 AM, followed by Evergreen Shade, readings of soldiers’ letters, house tours and volunteer recruitment information from 11 AM to 2 PM. For more information, email ellwood@fowb.com or go to http://www.fowb.org/index.php/a-19th-century-christmas-at-ellwood/

A Blue & Gray Christmas in Gordonsville

Saturday, December 20, 2014, 4:30 to 10 PM. Events include an 1860s-era candlelight service at the Presbyterian Church where Stonewall Jackson attended, downtown walking tours, Gordonsville Holiday Ball with period band and period dancing lessons, "All Four Years" -- a video documentary on Gordonsville in the Civil War, children's events, and more. For a full schedule and to order tickets, go to http://www.visitororangevirginia.com.

Gordonsville Exchange Hotel 3-D Christmas Ornament

An intricate, bright gold metal replica of the famous Exchange Hotel Civil War Receiving Hospital measures 3 1/4" by 3 1/2" by 2 1/4" high. It is available for $22.95 at the Exchange Hotel Civil War Museum, 400 South Main Street in Gordonsville. For details, or to order, call (540) 832-2944.