In celebration of Archaeology Month this October, Historic Germanna’s Archaeology team will host special behind-the-scenes walking tours on each Friday morning in October of Germanna’s archaeological dig sites located in Orange County, Virginia. The dig sites feature the ruins of the “Enchanted Castle” – home of Virginia’s Colonial Lt. Governor, Alexander Spotswood – as well […]
Historic Germanna to Commemorate 300th Anniversary of First Spotsylvania County Courthouse
On Saturday September 7, at 10:00am, Historic Germanna will hold a special event to mark the 300th anniversary of the Spotsylvania County Courthouse. Led by Germanna Archaeologists, this event will offer a rare opportunity to explore the early days of Colonial Virginia’s legal system and the critical role courthouses played in the lives of its residents. […]
Germanna Archaeology Recruiting Excavation Interns for 2024 Season
Historic Germanna is accepting applications for Excavation Interns (4 positions). We are looking for individuals seeking to build experience working as archaeological technicians. The ongoing project serves to educate both the wider public and starting archaeologists (through Internships, hosting the Virginia Commonwealth University’s Field School, and engaging with volunteers). This summer season will concentrate on […]