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Take a look around —Discover a Treasure Trove of history on a site that celebrates the most historic region in the country — Where America Happened.

In this National Heritage Area, there are more than 10,000 Listings on the National Register of Historic Places, including 9 presidents’ homes, 20 historic Main Street communities, 13 National Parks, and hundreds of African and Native American historical sites. Sites from the French and Indian War, the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, plus dozens of scenic roads, rivers and breathtaking landscapes, too!

The 180-Mile Journey is alive with vibrant downtowns, rich agriculture and a bounty of wineries, inns, antique shops, fairs, farmers markets and much more. Explore, Discover and Most of All Enjoy!

book honor their pathsJourney Named National Scenic Byway

The U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Ray LaHood, designated the 180-mile long thoroughfare running through the Journey, from Gettysburg, PA to Monticello, a National Scenic Byway. This is one of the highest designations the Secretary can bestow upon a public road and one that could have a profound economic impact on the local jurisdictions along the Journey Through Hallowed Ground. DETAILS»

Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA)JTHG Musters Army of Tourism Ambassadors for the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War

With the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War expected to attract millions of visitors to the region, many are wondering how area tourism businesses can capitalize on this opportunity. But not the Journey Through Hallowed Ground Partnership.

For more than a year we’ve been working with our partners to customize a Certified Tourism Ambassador program to help local businesses reap the financial rewards from the flood of expected visitors. Learn more and sign up for the groundbreaking training program in your area. DETAILS»

photo A Groundbreaking, 21st Century Service-learning Program, Of the Student, By the Student, For the Student

On June 25th, Robert G. Stanton, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Department of the Interior joined the JTHG Partnership in Harpers Ferry National Historical Park to unveil the pilot initiative for “Of the Student, By the Student, For the Student “ — a groundbreaking, 21st century service-learning program, where students created mini-movies offering their interpretation of history within their own back yards to help students of all ages and from around the globe connect to that history. Videos were created about John Brown's raid in 1859. DETAILS»

book honor their pathsJust Released, the New Journey Book, Honoring Their Paths: African American Contributions Along the Journey Through Hallowed Ground

This book shines a light on the realities of slave life, freemen, nationally acclaimed artists and civil rights leaders, revealing three hundred years of untold contributions to our American heritage. Written by Dr. Deborah Lee, the 248-page book was produced with the keen insight and expertise of 34 historians and academicians. DETAILS»

United States Congress Passes Legislation to Create The Journey Through Hallowed Ground National Heritage Area

Congress passes legislation creating a National Heritage Area that encompasses the entire JTHG corridor. The National Heritage Area designation is a national honor that will expand opportunities for economic development, particularly within the heritage tourism industry, as well as the educational programs for students of every age.  More »

New National Geographic Society Book Showcases the Journey Through Hallowed Ground

National Geographic BookTake home a first edition copy of National Geographic Society’s new book, Journey Through Hallowed Ground: Birthplace of the American Ideal, today.  

“On every page, this book evokes the beauty of America’s hallowed ground.  In a rich tapestry of images and words, it weaves a powerful history that stretches for centuries across the most dramatic events this county has known.  This book is a gift to everyone who cares about this nation and its past.”
~ Edward Ayers, National Book Award and Pulitzer Prize finalist

This is the perfect gift for graduation, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day…actually, everyday. Celebrate our shared American heritage by ordering your copy today.
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Loudoun County Courthouse Culpeper W.E.B. DuBois and the Niagara Movement
 

 
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The Journey Through Hallowed Ground Partnership is a non-profit organization
dedicated to raising awareness of this region and encouraging Americans and world visitors
to appreciate, respect, and experience this rich cultural landscape
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