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Green Pastures at 85: Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Future

  • Green Pastures Recreation Area 201 Green Pasture Trail Clifton Forge, VA, 24422 United States (map)

Join us in celebrating 85 years of history, community, and resilience at Green Pastures!

On Sunday, June 15, 2025, from 3-6 PM, this special anniversary event will honor the legacy of Green Pastures and its significance to the region. Enjoy a lively afternoon featuring performances by local musicians and dancers, a reading of a children’s book about Green Pastures, and a demonstration of historic Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) tools in action. Guests will also have the unique opportunity to preview draft signs for the upcoming interpretive trail and provide feedback to help shape the storytelling of this treasured site.

Take a stroll through history as you tour Green Pastures, see the latest improvements to the historic picnic shelter, and experience the beauty of this beloved gathering space. Connect with friends and neighbors in a welcoming, picnic-style atmosphere while enjoying light refreshments.

This event is made possible through the generous support of Monuments Across Appalachian Virginia and the Town of Clifton Forge. Whether you have cherished memories of Green Pastures or are discovering its rich history for the first time, this celebration is an opportunity to honor the past, engage with the present, and contribute to the future of this historic landmark.

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