Historic Germanna

11/05/2026

This Veterans Day, join Historic Germanna in honoring the veterans who mean so much to us.

Whether your veteran is a Germanna descendant, a family member, or a friend, we invite you to recognize their service with a tribute in our Veterans Day commemorative video. All veterans, living or deceased, are welcome. No Germanna family connection is needed.

With a gift in their honor, you’ll help Historic Germanna preserve the places and family stories that connect generations. Your honoree will be included in the video, released on November 11, 2026, for you to share with family and friends.

Please consider a gift of $25, $50, or more. Every tribute matters, and gifts of any amount, starting at $1, are welcome.

Make your gift and submit your veteran’s information below by Sunday, November 8.

Submit your veteran here: https://secure.everyaction.com/kRFu-CKfvEy9lwr0LSIl8g2

10/23/2026

Historic Germanna’s Board of Directors elected Lincoln Snyder as Board President at its October meeting. Lincoln succeeds Keith Hoffman, who concluded six years as president and will continue serving as Second Vice President.

We are beyond thankful to Keith for his leadership, encouragement, and advocacy throughout his presidency. His commitment to Historic Germanna’s long-term future and steady support of our staff have helped the organization grow. We are fortunate that his experience and dedication will continue to benefit Germanna in his new role on the Board.

Lincoln brings a personal connection to our mission. A descendant of the Hitt, Zimmermann, and Ziegler families, he grew up hearing about Germanna from his grandmother, Dixie Virginia Ziglar Hart, and mother, Susan Snyder, both passionate genealogists.

“Historic Germanna matters to people who matter to me,” Lincoln shared. “What I discovered is an organization offering a sense of history, identity, and belonging to a larger community.”

While genealogy first brought Lincoln to Germanna, his enthusiasm extends to public education, archaeology, training future archaeologists, and sharing the histories of the many people connected to our sites.

“Working alongside Keith has been an absolute honor, and I am thrilled to welcome Lincoln as our new Board President,” said Executive Director Jennifer Hurst-Wender. “I look forward to working with Lincoln, Keith, and our entire board to care for these places, support our staff, and ensure the next generation knows this history.”

Please join us in thanking Keith for six years as president and welcoming Lincoln to his new role! 🥳

10/21/2026

We were so glad to have you at Salubria Oktoberfest and History Faire!

🍂 Spotsylvania County Museum Specialist Roland Diaz (right) and Museum Technician Corey Feindt were delighted to connect with fellow history enthusiasts and join in the festivities at the 2026 Salubria Oktoberfest and History Faire in Culpeper on Saturday, Oct. 17. The weather may have been damp, but spirits were high during this celebration of the people, places, and stories that shaped our region. Thank you to Historic Germanna for inviting us to take part in such a special event! 📜

10/20/2026

Thank you to all of our attendees, volunteers, and partner organizations that helped make our 2nd Annual Salubria Oktoberfest and History Faire a success! Despite the blustery weather, we had a fun-filled day of history and community, with performances of historical singing and dancing, hands-on activities, and tours of one of the oldest homes in Culpeper. We'll see you next year..!

10/17/2026

10/17/2026

Salubria Oktoberfest and History Faire begins in less than one hour! Swing by for a day of fun, history, and community - and wear your favorite fall sweater! 10am to 4pm in Stevensburg 🍂

10/15/2026

Get your dancing shoes on and come on out to Salubria Oktoberfest and History Faire -- THIS Saturday, October 17 from 10am to 4pm. Throughout the day, you'll have a chance to learn English Country Dancing surrounded by Salubria's historic boxwoods and led by an expert instructor.

Save $5 on parking by reserving your spot in advance. Get your parking pass here: https://secure.everyaction.com/bsQW7BlDwEKvrVTNVjcjUg2

10/14/2026

It's finally happening!

This Saturday, October 17, 2026, is our 2nd Annual Salubria Oktoberfest & History Faire! In addition to tours of one of the oldest homes in Culpeper and meeting living historians and community partners, you also can enjoy food and beverages from Chomps Barbecue and The Candid Coop! Chomps will be selling authentic German fare to fit our Oktoberfest theme, and the Candid Coop selling specialty beverages and yummy baked goods.

We can't wait to see you there! Save $5 on parking by reserving now: https://secure.everyaction.com/bsQW7BlDwEKvrVTNVjcjUg2

10/13/2026

Historic is grateful to have received a grant from The Power of Change, made possible by voluntary donations from REC members.

With this support, we were able to expand our Archaeology in the Classroom program, reaching over 1,000 students across our local area. These interactive, inquiry-based programs makes Virginia history engaging and tangible for students.

REC members can help power the next local grant by enrolling at myrec.coop/donate.

Interested teachers can learn more by visiting https://germanna.org/archaeology/germanna-archaeology/archaeology-in-the-classroom/.