Register Today for the 2025 Germanna Conference & Reunion!
Join us for an unforgettable weekend of history, genealogy, archaeology, and fellowship! The 2025 Germanna Conference & Reunion will take place Thursday, July 17, 2025 – Sunday, July 20, 2025. With engaging lectures, hands-on workshops, exclusive tours, and unique social events, this is an experience you won’t want to miss!
Early Bird Discount: Register by June 1, 2025, and receive 10% off with code EarlyBird!
Conference & Reunion Schedule
Thursday, July 17, 2025
- 10 AM – 4 PM – Registration & Public Archaeology Day (no registration required, first come, first served)
- 1-3 PM – Workshop: Exploring the Germanna Descendants Database (Hitt Archaeology Center, presented by Cathi Clore Frost). Limited to 20 participants. Tickets: $10/person.
- 5:30 – 7:30 PM – Sip and Learn Lecture (REVAlation Vineyard, 2710 Hebron Valley Rd., Madison, VA). Presented by Cathi Clore Frost. Free event, no registration required.
- 5-8 PM – Casual Happy Hour at Far Gohn Brewery (301 S East St., Culpeper, VA). Just show up! Pizza and beer available for purchase. Germanna Trivia at 7 PM.
- 5-9 PM – Special Fundraising Dinner & Silent Auction (Virginia Foothills Distillery, 5361 Spotswood Trail, Gordonsville, VA). Meet at Historic Germanna Visitor Center at 5 PM for provided transportation. Cocktail hour 6-7 PM, followed by a gourmet dinner by Chef Craig Hartman and a Silent Auction. Limited to 60 guests. Tickets: $150/person.
Friday, July 18, 2025
- 9 AM – 4 PM – Trolley Tours (Choose one:)
- Culpeper in the Revolution OR Germanna Heritage Trolley Tour
- Each tour is limited to 24 participants. Lunch included. Wear comfortable shoes for walking. Tickets: $70/person.
- 6-9 PM – Banquet & Silent Auction (Lake of the Woods Clubhouse, 102 Lake of the Woods Way, Locust Grove, VA). Cash bar. Tickets: $80/person.
Saturday, July 19, 2025
- 9 AM – 4 PM – Conference at Germanna Community College (2130 Germanna Hwy, Locust Grove, VA). Breakfast and lunch provided. Tickets: $80/person.
- 5-7 PM – Salubria Open House – Learn about the Historic Structure Report with preservation architects. Tours begin at 5:30 PM. Free event, no registration required.
- 7-9 PM – Oktoberfest at Old House Vineyard – Enjoy an evening of music by Low N Brow and dinner by Alpine Chef. Food, beer, wine, and soft drinks included. Tickets: $90/person.
Sunday, July 20, 2025
- Lunch at Hebron Lutheran Church (899 Blankenbaker Rd., Madison, VA). Tickets: $25/person.
Registration & Special Offers
- Early Bird Discount: Register by June 1, 2025, and receive 10% off with code EarlyBird!
- Full Conference Package: Includes Trolley Tour, Banquet & Silent Auction, Conference, Oktoberfest, & Hebron Lunch for $310/person (workshop & fundraising dinner must be purchased separately).
During registration, please let us know of any dietary restrictions or accessibility needs so we can plan accordingly. Name tags will be provided—let us know how you’d like yours to read and any Germanna ancestors you’d like included!
Secure your spot before popular events sell out. We can’t wait to welcome you to another incredible Germanna Conference & Reunion!