Community Connection: Virginia Canals & Navigations Society
The Virginia Canals & Navigations Society is presenting the 37th annual James River Batteau Festival, an 8-day 120-mile journey on the James River from Lynchburg to Maidens Landing. The festival runs from Saturday June 18th through Saturday, June 25th with food available at each stop. They invite you to join them for this historical reenactment event at the stop in Scottsville on Wednesday, June 22nd. You can see the batteaus, enjoy food and music, and learn about the historical significance of these 18th century tobacco boats.
You can learn more, including vendor information, online at vacanals.org.