Photo: The photos show people at events presenting Clermont's buildings as witnesses to the past, and seeing the farm's working present, with cattle, sheep, bees, crops, and conservation projects. They show people literally touching and talking about the history of the people who lived and worked at the farm. Come and join in. Credit: John P. Lewis

PUBLIC EVENTS AT CLERMONT

Clermont Farm has an extensive schedule of non-public events in partnership with public schools (students), with the Virginia Cooperative Extension (working farmers) and other regional organizations such as the Beekeepers of the Northern Shenandoah (training beeyard and classes for novice beekeepers). Clermont is also open by appointment to the general public for tours for individuals or groups (email mlrhodes@clermontfarm.org or phone 540-955-0102). In addition, the Farm holds scheduled events to which the public is cordially invited. In 2023 these include, among others to be announced:

SEPTEMBER

WALKING TOUR OF NATIONAL PARK SERVICE REHAB GRANT PLANS FOR 3 HISTORIC BUILDINGS
Date: Saturday, September 16 (Cost: $10 per head, cash or credit card, pay at event)
Time: 10:00-11:30
Activity: Meet Ken Livingston of Main Street Architecture, who will give a behind-the-scenes tour of plans to rebuild the 18th century porches on the Owner House, the foundations of the 1803 Smokehouse, and the stone and log 1857 Springhouse. If you're interested in knowing more or asking questions about how 18th and 19th century brick, stone, timber-frame, and log construction was actually built, and how it is rehabbed, this is a rare opportunity to have a hands-on tour with an expert.
Designed for: Adults (outdoors, uneven ground, rain or shine). Space is limited. Please reserve your space by emailing us with your name and number attending at mlrhodes@clermontfarm.org

UNITED WAY VOLUNTEER DAY OF CARING:
Date: Friday, September 22 (Cost: None)
Time: United Way will set time
Activity: Clean-up and gardening
Sign up via the website of the United Way of the Northern Shenandoah Valley or by calling them at 540-536-1610
Designed for: Adults (outdoors, uneven ground, rain or shine)

OCTOBER

FALL NATIVE PLANT SALE AND COMMUNITY DAY:
Date: Sunday, October 8 (Cost: $5 per car, cash or credit card) Time: 9:00-3:00 Activity: Come to a relaxed Fall Native Plant sale (best time to plant), with talks on plants and conservation practices, tours. Opportunity to buy NATIVE plants from specialized sellers in region.

Tours available during Sale include
9:30-10:15 Tour of Dog Run Protected Conservation Zone (riparian buffer), Piedmont Environmental Council
10:30-11:15 Historic Buildings Tour (1755-1970)
11:30-12:15 How to Plant/Care for a Tree, Virginia Department of Forestry
12:30-1:15 Walking Tour, Identification of Native vs. Invasive Plants and Bushes
1:00-2:00 Music by Clarke County Dixie Rhythm Band
1:30-2:15 Historic Buildings Tour (1755-1970)
A variety of Exhibitors, such as conservation/environmental organizations and specialists will have information booths.-

Designed for: All (outdoors, uneven ground, rain or shine)