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Brandy Station Historic District Bus Tour, Ride Through 300 Years of History with Renowned Historian Jim Bish

The Brandy Station Foundation invites you to experience the rich history of Brandy Station from the comfort of a guided bus tour led by acclaimed historian Jim Bish. This engaging two-hour tour combines fascinating stories, historic landscapes, and exclusive stops that bring Virginia's past to life.

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Choose one of two tours:

Morning Tour: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Afternoon Tour: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Tour Highlights

Travel aboard a comfortable bus as Jim Bish shares the remarkable stories behind some of the area's most significant historic sites, including:

George Washington's early surveying work on Carrico Mills Road
Historic Carolina Road and General Anthony Wayne's bivouac
Dinosaur track site at Luck Stone
Salubria and the Rev. John Thompson historical marker
Ancient Jasper Site
Great Fork Church of England site and Downman Tomb
Robert Slaughter's La Grange and Lafayette's encampment
Madden's Tavern and the USCT Murders
Kelly's Ford and its connections to the Field family and the Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery
The United States Colored Troops' crossing of the Rappahannock River

Whether you're a Civil War enthusiast, local history buff, or simply enjoy discovering Virginia's hidden stories, this tour offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the Commonwealth's most historic landscapes.

About Your Guide

Jim Bish spent more than 30 years teaching American and Virginia History and is widely recognized for his expertise in Virginia history. He has served with numerous historical organizations, including the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Historic Prince William, Historic Dumfries, the Museum of Culpeper History, and the National Museum of Americans in Wartime. His engaging storytelling makes every stop memorable.