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Congratulations to Michael J. O’Connor, recipient of the George C. Marshall Award
On the evening of May 15, the Leesburg Town Council and the Leesburg Economic Development Commission held the 11th Annual Business Appreciation Awards and Reception. Among the distinguished winners, one stood out. The winner of the George C. Marshall award, … Continue reading
Preservation of Civil War Battlefields in the neighborhood…
Last week, several Oatlands staffers attended a wonderful celebration of a public/private partnership that will ensure the perservation of the Middleburg Battlefield. The 5 acre Mount Defiance site saw one of the key calvary battles in the lead up to Gettysburg. … Continue reading
A little too spooky–the spirits come out to play in this photo
The photo below was taken by Brian Skapura, a guest on this Monday’s 8pm Paranormal Tour at Oatlands. There are two real people in this photo, The woman in the center and the man walking away. The other images are … Continue reading
Ginkgo still green on day 17, and what a spectacular sunrise!
The world lit up slowly this morning, with the tops of the trees rimmed in golden light. What a lovely way to start the day! Enjoy a particularly luminous Ginkgo photo from a different angle, as well as a sunrise … Continue reading
Oatlands featured on “Get Lost in Loudoun” video series
After watching this, I’m a little creeped out! Oatlands is thrilled (and a little chilled) to be featured, but we want you to know that paranormal activity is only one aspect of this many faceted property. Enjoy!
Historic Preservation lends quality of life to communities and is an economic driver
Oatlands is a 501(c)3. It is highly dependent on the generosity of donors for its existence. We solicit donations all the time, not because we enjoy begging, but because we love history and we believe in the work of historic preservation. … Continue reading
Journey Through Hallowed Ground Conference–Inspirational!
Today I had the honor of attending the Journey Through Hallowed Ground Annual Conference in Manassas, Virginia. What an inspiring day! The highlight was the vodcasts produced by Stonewall Middle School 6th graders as part of the Of the Student, … Continue reading
Stink Bugs–do they dislike rain? Tell us what you think!
We have been invaded, like the rest of the Northern Virginia region. Stink bugs are rampant at Oatlands. They seem to like paper, fabric, electronics of any kind, and my desk. The vacuum cleaner appears to be their only natural enemy. … Continue reading
Oatlands Mansion being repainted–We’re seeking donations to help with the cost.
If you have been to Oatlands lately, you may have noticed peeling paint on the mansion–a lot of peeling paint. Many visitors have commented on the sad state of our paint, and asked when we would be repainting. Well the day … Continue reading
