Happy 4th of July...

Come and take a tour for free on 4th of July weekend:  Friday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 5th...FREE!!!

Summer Camp for Kids
July 20 - July 24, 2009
This week long camp will run 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. daily and is for students 9 - 12 years of age.  Students will explore the history of Lynchburg at the Museum, Point of Honor, and go on a variety of field trips to city sites.  Cost is $100 per child and the camp is limited to the first 20 who register.  Please contact Rachel Deddens, Museum Educator, at  (434) 455.4424  or  rachel.deddens@lynchburgva.gov  to register or for more information.

Click here for the 2009 Camp Flyer and Application form...

October 10: Day at the Point

Point of Honor will host the 12th Annual Day at the Point on Saturday, October 10th from 10:00  a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Admission is free. This fall festival brings living history, food, kid’s games and crafts, period music, and much more to the grounds of Point of Honor each year. The historic home was built in 1815 by the Cabell family and is among the finest examples of Federal architecture in Piedmont Virginia. Craft demonstrations and a full-size batteau exhibit are just part of the activities of the day.    (434) 455-6226      FREE!

October 24:  Apple Tasting with Tom Burford

Point of Honor will host its 2nd Annual Apple Tasting with local apple historian Tom Burford.  The event will be held in the Carriage House from 2:00 - 5:00.  Sample apple varieties found within Point of Honor's own kitchen orchard from approximately 2:00 - 3:30 with a wine and cheese reception to follow.  Tickets are limited - call for more information.  (434) 455-6226    $

December 6:  Christmas Open House

Point of Honor will host its 27th Annual Christmas Open House on December 6th from noon to 4:00 p.m. presenting one of Lynchburg’s architectural jewels decorated for the holiday season as it would have been in the early 19th century. Point of Honor was built in 1815 by the Cabell family and is among the most elegant examples of Federal architecture in Piedmont Virginia. Join us for period music, refreshments, and special items on sale in our Gift Shop.  (434) 455-6226 or 847-1867    FREE!

Daily Tours
Monday–Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.;

Sunday, Noon to 4:00 p.m.
Personalized tours given on the half hour. Please call ahead during inclement weather to verify hours of operation. (434) 455.6226 or (434) 847.1867

Demonstrations
Seasonal programs at Point of Honor include cooking demonstrations using traditional recipes from the region. These are prepared in the open-hearth and brick oven of the re-constructed plantation kitchen. (434) 455.6226 or (434) 847.1867

Point of Honor • 112 Cabell Street • Lynchburg, VA 24504
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