One of the highlights of the Germanna Conference and Reunion each year is the Banquet and Auction at historic Salubria. There are even beverages to refresh oneself in the midst of the frenzied bidding. There is a Live Auction and a Silent Auction. Enjoy the historic atmosphere of Salubria and bid on an array of items, some of which you will find detailed below.
If you have an Item to donate to the Auction, send an e-mail to us at: foundation@germanna.org
Lot L1 One Week at a Luxurious Kiawah Island Resort
Enjoy a fabulous one week get-away at the world famous Kiawah Island Resort where you can partake of golf, beaches, tennis and many other relaxing and enjoyable activities. Located near historic Charleston, South Carolina you will be able to take advantage of the many historic offerings of Charleston. Cottage is large enough for your family and you may select any week between Nov. 1 and March 31. Package value: $2,500
Lot L14 Be the Private Guest of Thomas Jefferson for Two Evenings at The Edinburgh Castle on Historic Duke of Goucester Street in Colonial Wiliamsburg
The winning bidder and one companion will be able to enjoy two evenings as the private guests of Thomas Jefferson at his residence known as The Edinburgh Castle on historic Duke of Gloucester Street in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia. Bill Barker, who is the inimitable interpreter of Mr. Jefferson, will welcome you to his private residence for an experience that simply cannot be matched. The Edinburgh Castle is not open to the public. This is a rare opportunity to spend two evenings on Duke of Gloucester Street and to have your host be none other than Thomas Jefferson. Package value: Priceless
Lot L21 Colonial Williamsburg Passes For Two For the Length of Your Stay
Two incredible passes for the entire length of your stay in Colonial Williamsburg! You get daily admission to all of the Colonial Williamsburg historic area exhibitions and all of the museums. You get walking tours and behind-the-scenes programs. Essentially, you get the run of Colonial Williamsburg which is every history lover's dream. To get an idea of the many things to see and do in Colonial Williamsburg check their official calendar. Package value: $XXXX
Lot L22 Exciting 4-Day Whitewater Rafting Adventure On The Colorado River
Grab this 4-Day Whitewater rafting adventure for two. Just south of Moab, Utah where the Colorado River and Green River meet in a majestic setting called “The Confluence,” Cataract Canyon begins. Bolstered by the Green River, the Colorado River doubles its force, and carves a deep chasm through the heart of Canyonlands National Park. Here you’ll experience the total thrill of class III-V Colorado River whitewater. Discover absolute relaxation on calm stretches of river that wind through soul-stirring canyons and dazzling geologic formations. Go back in time as you explore ancient Native American ruins and fascinating pictographs. Finish your adventure with a stunning flight over Canyonlands National Park as you return to Moab. Western’s Cataract Canyon 4-Day trip offers the perfect balance of adventure, discovery and relaxation in an unbeatable setting. The winning bidder will need to travel to Moab, Utah where the trip begins. The gift certificate will be valid through the end of the 2012 rafting season. Package value: $2,300.00
Lot L25 Aloha! One Week Adventure in Hawaii At A Private Bed and Breakfast in Oahu
Aloha! Enjoy a relaxing week in Hawaii on the beautiful island of Oahu at a private Bed & Breakfast. Yes, a week in Hawaii where breakfast will be provided and private guided tours will be conducted to places of interest on Oahu. The winning bidder and up to four guests, will enjoy a delightful stay at a private residence close to Hanauma Bay (snorkeling anyone?). Diamond Head is nearby with a trail from which remarkable views will unfold before your eyes. While you are on the island plan on taking advantage of the opportunity to visit any of the following options: Pali Look Out, Punchbowl National Cemetery, State Capitol Building, Iolani Palace Grounds, King Kamehameha Statue, Kawaiaha'o Church, Mission Houses Museum, Arizona Memorial, Battleship Missouri, Pacific Aviation Museum, Waipahu Cultural Gardens Park, Polynesian Cultural Center, Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium and more! This is your chance to visit our 50th state and soak up the spirit of Hawaii. (Travel dates to be coordinated with host, airfare not included).
Lot L2 Four Passes to Mount Vernon, George Washington's Home and Our National Treasure
Tour the Mansion house and more than a dozen outbuildings including the slave quarters, kitchen, stables, and greenhouse. Stroll four different gardens, hike the Forest Trail, and explore the George Washington: Pioneer Farmer site, a four-acre working farm that includes a re-creation of Washington's 16-sided treading barn.
Experience the 25 new theaters and galleries that tell the detailed story of George Washington's life. More than 500 original artifacts, eleven History Channel videos, and immersion theater experiences illuminate the remarkable story of the first American hero. Explore online Mount Vernon. Package value: $
Lot L3 Two-night Stay At a Bed and Breakfast Spa in St. George, Utah
A charming bed & breakfast in the historic district of downtown St George. The Ava House Inn and Spa will be the perfect opportunity for a new and relaxing experience. St. George is not far from Las Vegas, Nevada and not far from Zion National Park. The winning bidder will get to do something out of the ordinary. To read more about this great venue, click here. Package value: $335
Lot L18 Inn at Virginia Tech and Smithfield Plantation Get-Away Package
An evening at the beautiful new Inn at Virginia Tech with breakfast for two awaits the winner of this package. Enjoy the luxurious accommodations at the Inn at Virginia Tech where you can stroll through the beautiful campus of Virginia Tech and the superb offerings of this new facility. That's not all the winner will get! While you are visiting you can take advantage of four passes to Smithfield Plantation where you will be able to see this beautiful plantation of the 1700s and the historic interpreters will regale you with stories and instruction on life in colonial Virginia at Smithfield 
Plantation. A beautiful quill pen set will be an additional gift accompanying the passes to Smithfield. Historic Smithfield is on the National Register of Historic Places, the Virginia Landmarks Register, and is a Preservation Virginia property. Taking advantage of this package will also allow you to explore the beautiful offerings of southwest Virginia. Package value: $XXXX
Lot L13 Rare 1932 Olympic Programs - Set of Five
Actual programs from the 1932 Summer Olympics held in Los Angeles, California. The five programs are from July 31, 1932; August 1, 1932; August 3, 1932; August 4, 1932 and August 5, 1932. These original programs are in good condition and it is very hard to find originals from these dates. These Olympics saw the great female athlete Babe Didrikson compete and her name is found in one of these programs. Package value: $XXX
Lot L19 A Two-Night Stay at the Home of Eleanor and John Blankenbaker in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania
The winning bidder will avail themselves of two nights of bedding and breakfasting with Eleanor and John Blankenbaker, Germanna historian extraordinaire, in their home in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. Their home is located on the very grounds where the Hessians placed their cannon during the Battle of the Brandywine. Nearby are Longwood Gardens, the Brandywine Museum with Wyeth art, Winterthur, the Hagley Museum, the Simon Pearce glass blowing facility, the homes where Washington and Lafayette stayed before the battle, and Lancaster county with the Pennsylvania German countryside. The Blankenbaker home is not fancy but it is most welcoming and the area is rich in history and in sights to delight the eye. One unique sight is the actual "first personal computer" which was invented by John. This treasure packed time is a rare opportunity to soak in great company, and great conversation with two icons of Germanna and of our country. Package value: Priceless
Lot L18 A Three-Night Stay at the Plaza Hotel in Salt Lake City next To The Family History Library
Enjoy a fabulous three-night stay at the luxurious Plaza Hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah. Not only is this great hotel centrally located close to all the major attractions of Salt Lake City, it is a genealogist's dream location - next door to the Family History Library! The Plaza Hotel offers you the finest accommodations with free wireless hi-speed internet, complimentary in-room coffee, cherry provincial style furniture and much more. If you can pull yourself away from the hotel you can explore the world's largest genealogical library simply by walking next door. The Family History Library is the place to go to find those genealogical treasures you have been seeking. Package value: $570
Lot L50 Get a complete edition kit Personal Genome Service™ DNA analysis
Lot L50 Get a complete edition kit Personal Genome Service™ DNA analysis for one from 23andMe, the industry leader in personal genetics. The company’s Personal Genome Service™ enables individuals to gain deeper insights into their ancestry and inherited traits, as well as giving them the opportunity to advance genetic research through participation in 23andMe’s research studies. The auction item includes a 23andMe "spit" kit for collecting your saliva sample. Approximately 2-4 weeks after mailing in the sample, you will receive an email notification that your 23andMe genome profile is ready. Once logged in, you’ll have access to navigational tools that enable you to explore your genome and discover a whole new world of you including: features to help you connect with living relatives, research reports on more than 180 conditions and traits; and information on genes affecting traits such as lactose intolerance, eye color and muscle performance and an account of your ancestry based on your genetic information. Package value: $499
Lot L4 Enjoy a luxurious weekend at a historic house with Germanna connections in Wild, Wonderful, West Virginia.
Trustee Katharine Brown's family home was built in 1878 by her great-great grandfather, whose mother was a Rector. Your package includes two nights' bed and breakfast, a gourmet dinner cooked by your hosts and served in the elegant dining room of the mansion, a walking tour of the Julia-Ann Square Historic District with Katharine as your guide, and a visit by sternwheeler to the famous Blennerhassett Island. You and your hosts will select a mutually agreeable weekend in the warmer months between July 2010 and July 2111. Package value $400.
Lot L5 Four Passes to The Incomparable Monticello, Home of Thomas Jefferson
Monticello was recently listed as one of the "Top 10 Iconic American Homes" and one of "8 Places Every American Should See." Mr. Jefferson's Monticello offers a rich taste of his life and the history of our country. Experience the newly opened Visitor Center and Smith Education Center with a powerful introductory film, four groundbreaking exhibitions, and a hands-on activity room for children and much more. A visit to Monticello is a memory never forgotten. Package value: $80.00
The winning bidder will get a private tour for up to six people at President James Monroe’s home, Ash Lawn-Highland in beautiful Albemarle County, Virginia, not far from Monticello. The house and museum are part of a 535-acre working farm and performing arts site. President James Monroe and his wife, Elizabeth Kortright Monroe, made it their official residence from 1799 to 1823. After the Monroes' death, the name of their farm was changed from "Highland" to "Ash Lawn"; today both names are used. This educational and historical private tour is a rare opportunity and will enchant all on the tour. Package Value: $120
The winning bidder gets four passes to Montpelier, the newly restored home of James Madison, our fourth president and Father of the Constitution. Montpelier is in Orange County, Virginia a very short distance from Germanna country. Madison County, Virginia is named in honor James Madison. The many new and exciting things to see and do here make this a surprisingly rich experience. There is so much to see and do that you may be planning your next visit there before you even finish your first one.Lot L6 Enjoy a luxurious stay at Fountain Hall Bed and Breakfast in Culpeper.
“RootsMagic,” the award-winning genealogy software makes researching, organizing, and sharing your family history fun and easy. This is the highly acclaimed new Version 4. And add their newest product “Family Atlas,” which makes creating custom family maps fun and easy. Package value $XXX
Lot L8 Three hours of professional genealogical research at the Library of Virginia
Need some professional genealogy work done and can't make the trip to Richmond, Virginia to explore the vast resources of the Library of Virginia? Problem solved. The winning bidder will get three hours of research by professional genealogist Craig Kilby. Package value: Priceless.
Lot S1 Coffee Table Style Hardcover Book, History of Lancaster County, Virginia: Where the River Meets the Bay
This fully illustrated, hard cover book is packed with Northern Neck History and Lancaster County lore. 429 pages with bibliography and index. Written by Carolyn H. Jett, an esteemed author, historian and genealogist. The book begins in pre-historic times to the Native-Americans who first inhabited the area, through its discovery by Capt. John Smith of Jamestown, and its subsequent development as one of Virginia's earliest counties. Two of its most prominent families were the Carters and the Balls, and a host of other prominent and not-so-prominent families, many of whose descendants migrated Westward to Culpeper County and intermarried with several Germanna Families. A must-have book for all serious researchers of Virginia history and genealogy. Donated by the Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library. Package value: $75.00
Lot S2 Annual Membership in Northern Neck of Virginia Historical Society Which Includes the Annual Publication of the Society
The winning bidder gets an annual membership in the Northern Neck of Virginia Historical Society. The annual magazine that comes with membership is highly regarded and is among the collections of many major libraries. In addition to the magazine, members enjoy a quarterly newsletter and Society activities. The Society focuses its attention on lectures, live events, re-enactments and also lends considerable support to historic preservation measures. It is closely affiliated with the Northern Neck chapter of Preservation Virginia, and all local museums, historical societies and libraries. Package value: $35
Lot S3 Gifts From Monticello: Includes a Copy of the book Words of Thomas Jefferson, the film Thomas Jefferson's World, Monticello Guidebook.
This gift set provided by Monticello will provide the winning bidder with a wealth of material on Thomas Jefferson. The book, the film, and the guidebook all serve to illuminate us about the fascinating life and thoughts of the author of the Declaration of Independence, our third President and the founder of the University of Virginia. Package value: $40
Lot S4 Annual Family Membership in the Virginia Historical Society
The Virginia Historical Society was founded in 1831. Like most of the nation's older historical societies, it has always been a private organization; one that derives virtually all its support from membership and endowment. At the organizational meeting in 1831, Chief Justice John Marshall was elected its first president, and former president James Madison was elected its first honorary member. The winning bidder gets to enjoy all the benefits of this amazing historical society. Package value: $62
Lot L9 Nighttime Tour of Washington, D.C. conducted by Germanna President Marc Wheat
Experience the sights of our Nation's Capital in a special evening tour conducted by Washington, D.C. insider and Germanna President Marc Wheat. You and your party will have the privilege of seeing the landmarks of Washington, D.C. accompanied by the knowledgeable commentary of your personal tour guide, Marc Wheat. This experience will give you an enhanced view and appreciation of the icons of our nation's capital. Package value: Priceless
Lot L10 A DNA Test Kit From FTDNA. Choose from a Y-12 or MTDNA Test
Jump start your DNA testing with this DNA test kit from the leader in DNA genealogical testing, FTDNA. This will be your entry into the fascinating world of DNA and what it can reveal about your genealogical origins. The Germanna DNA Project will welcome you as you find out more about the genetic endowment this test kit will help explore. To learn more about DNA testing by FTDNA and the Germanna DNA Project, just click here. Package value: $99
Lot S5 Annual Membership in the Menokin Foundation
The winning bidder gets an annual membership in the Menokin Foundation. Menokin was the home of patriot Francis Lightfoot Lee, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. The Menokin Foundation owns the 500-acre property, more than half of which is in the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge.
At Menokin, you will experience an 18th century house like never before--feel hand wrought nails; observe how joists, girders and posts fit together to create the framing; and look behind the interior woodwork to see the construction techniques of the 18th century artisans. Enjoy the property's scenic beauty by hiking on the trails to Cat Point Creek. Package value: $50
Lot S6 One Year Subscription to Virginia Living Magazine
Publisher John-Lawrence Smith conceived of Virginia Living while relaxing with his dog Cutty on the James River one beautiful June day in 2002. Through his then-14-year-old company, Cape Fear Publishing, he made his dream a reality. He had always wanted to publish a high-quality life and lifestyle magazine about Virginia. Virginia Living Magazine is the wonderful fruit of that dream.
Virginia Living’s premiere issue was published on October 31, 2002. It’s a glossy, upscale lifestyle magazine that’s been a big hit in the state, with a circulation of roughly 71,000 (including nearly 30,000 subscribers). It is always a pleasure to read. Package value: $22
Lot S7 University of Virginia Sports Fans Get A LIFETIME Subscription to The Sabre.com
TheSabre.com is your one-stop shop for all UVA sports information, commentary and discussion. Read articles from our excellent staff of sportswriters, including TheSabre.com's editor-in-chief, Kris Wright. Our resident recruiting expert, Chris Horne, will keep you up to date with recruiting from around the state and beyond. No one covers Virginia's premier sports better than TheSabre.com. Take your fanship to the next level with a Sabre Edge subscription! Package value: Annual value is $59.99, so the value to the winning bidder is that multiplied by ?. The longer you are around the more valuable it gets!
Lot S8 Virginia Tech Sports Fans Get A LIFETIME Subscription to Techsideline.com
TechSideline.com is your one-stop shop for all Virginia Tech sports information, commentary and discussion with articles, analysis, recruiting coverage, audio/video, and message boards. We have a great staff of writers to give you the finest coverage of the Hokies that you can get. Take your fanship to the next level with a TechSideline Pass subscription! Package value: Annual value is $49.99, so the value to the winning bidder is that multiplied by ?. The longer you are around the more valuable it gets!
Lot S9 A Copy of the Text A Brief and True Report of the New Found Land of Virginia
Donated by the Library of Virginia, the winning bidder gets this historical treasure, a facsimile edition of the 1588 Quarto, with an introduction by Randolph G. Adams. As the first volume in de Bry's celebrated Grand Voyages, a series of publications chronicling many of the earliest expeditions to the Americas, this book, which incorporates a 1588 text by Thomas Hariot, was illustrated and published in four languages. It became for many Europeans their first glimpse of the American continent, Accompanying the Latin facsimile is an English text. The first section is modernized from earlier versions of the English, and the second part, which accompanies the plates, is newly translated from the original Latin. The book includes illuminating essays by Karen Ordahl Kupperman and Peter Stallybrass. Package value: $35
Lot S10 A brass medallion with a Pocahontas engraving
Donated by the Library of Virginia, the winning bidder will be the proud owner of a brass medallion with an engraving of Pocahontas. It is oval, 4.75" long by 3.5" wide. It is a solid metal piece. Quite substantial. On one side is a portrait of Pocahontas in her Elizabethan clothing. There is Latin around the edges that basically says she is Princess Pocahontas daughter of Powhatan, aka Rebecca. On the reverse, there is engraved: Pocahontas JAMESTOWN SETTLEMENT 2007 JAMESTOWN EXPOSITION 1607-1957 Virginia Metalcrafters. The image to the left is not the medallion but rather the statue of Pocahontas at Jamestown. Interesting note: the designers of the statue put Pocahontas in Plains Indians attire rather than what would have been the less intricate clothing actually worn by Pocahontas. The brass medallion will be a valued collectible item for those who appreciate colonial Virginia history. Package value: $65
Lot L11 Overnight Stay at Historic Clifton Farm
Clifton Farm in Culpeper County, Virginia, built by George Roberts Crigler ca. 1845, offers a journey back in time. Spend the night in a private restored room and bath, enjoy breakfast with Germanna Trustee Kathy Ellis (Crigler descendant) and her husband Robert. As the 150th anniversary of the Civil War approaches, you will be interested to learn about this Germanna family's experiences, including those of Gid Crigler who rode with the Little Fork Cavalry and later with Col. Mosby. Plan a day at Culpeper's Civil War battlefields, wineries, antique shops, orchards, Luray Caverns (1 hour west) or the Air and Space Museum/Dulles (1 hour north). Private Mosby or Brandy Station tours can be arranged ahead of time for an extra fee. Clifton was named to both Virginia and National Historic Registers in 2008. Package value: $150
Lot S11 Collection of Music CDs by Chuck Jonkey, Musician and Adventurer
Chuck Jonkey is a musician/composer and adventurer whose artistic creations wow the senses. Drawing on his vast experience in exploring varied musical cultures from around the world, Chuck’s music will transport you to musical venues you have yet to experience, until now! His adventures in recording and filming lost and endangered cultures allow you to immerse yourself into an exotic yet inviting warmth. These musical works of art will bring you peaceful music, music for healing, music to stretch your imagination, and music to broaden your horizons. Package value: $XXXX
Lot S12 Four Passes to the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library and Book on the Life of James Monroe
The James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia is the largest repository in the country of artifacts and documents related to the fifth president of the United States. Learn about history like the little-known fact that James Monroe not only served in the Continental Army during the American Revolution, but also was wounded at the Battle of Trenton and nearly died from his injuries. See amazingly well-preserved articles of clothing like the suit that James
Monroe wore during the negotiations for the Louisiana Purchase and Elizabeth Monroe's wedding gown. An addition to this package is a new volume on the life of James Monroe. So to recap, four passes to the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library and a brand new book on James Monroe! Package value: $XXXX
Lot L12 Hand-stitched Quilt Designed to Delight The Eyes and Warm the Body
The winning bidder will take home this attractive hand-stitched quilt which is even more beautiful in person than this photo can possibly convey. The quilt has green calico fabric with counted cross-stitched roses of red and pink. This item is of the highest quality and you don't need to be a quilt lover to appreciate the value of this one-of-a-kind piece of useful artwork.
Lot L15 Private Historical Tour With Expert Guide Bill Etue
The winning bidder will get to select from a menu of exciting tours offered by renowned expert Bill Etue who will serve as your personal guide. Among the tours the winning bidder will select from will be Alexandria, Confederate City for a Day - This tour is completely about only a single momentous day in history, May 24, 1861. In the morning of that day, Alexandria, Virginia began its life as a Confederate City, but by nightfall it would be forever more under control of the Union government. Events on that day brought Abraham Lincoln to tears.
Or you may select a special tour of Harper's Ferry West Virginia and learn Twenty things you probably never knew about Harper's Ferry. This is an unusual and different tour of the Harper's Ferry area with many sites and facts not usually explored in a typical tour of Harper's Ferry. Or, a unique tour of Vienna, Virginia - lots of Civil War sites on this tour. Many oddities as well, such as a CIA safe-house, a field where a crack Civil War Marksman could hit a target at a thousand yards, the site of the first military attack on a railroad train, a Civil War Fort - Freedom Hill, and the drop site for FBI turncoat Robert Hanssen. The only problem the winning bidder will have is selecting which tour to take! Package value: Priceless
Lot L16 Private Day-long Historical Tour of Mosby's Confederacy Conducted by Dave Goetz
Civil War buffs will be in heaven as expert Civil War historian Dave Goetz rides shotgun in the winning bidder's vehicle as he guides you over the terrain that John Singleton Mosby covered during the Civil War while he led his vaunted cavalry soldiers on raids that would make him famous. Lunch for four is included in this tour (excepting any alcoholic beverages you may wish to purchase on your own). What an opportunity! Package value: Priceless
Lot L17 Historic Christ Church Curator's Tour and Four Books Package
This package will thrill anyone interested in the history of Colonial Virginia. A special curator's tour (not generally available to the public) will allow you to experience Historic Christ Church, the research library, museum, church interior, a special trip to the roof (the roof visit will prove very special) and a visit to Corotoman with refreshments. The Carter family holds a special place in Virginia history and this is your chance to experience it like never before.
Finished in 1735, Christ Church stands as the best preserved and most finely crafted of colonial Virginia's Anglican parish churches. From the details of its exquisite brickwork to the captivating simplicity of its interior, come discover the unique history that is Historic Christ Church. Corotoman overlooks the Rappahannock River on a point flanked by Carter’s Creek to its east and the mouth of the Corotoman River to its west. John Carter I, patriarch of the Carter family, settled the lands in 1652-1653, developing the plantation and constructing the first buildings on the property before his death in 1669. John’s son Robert “King” Carter inherited the land in 1690 and made it the center of what would eventually become a vast 300,000-acre estate of forty-eight plantations or quarters, including the Indian Town and Hills Quarters north of Corotoman. And a special note about this package is that one of the authors of the four books is Germanna Trustee Katharine Brown. Package value: $XXXXX
Lot S13 Two Hardcover Books on Civil War Topics
New hardbound books - Articles of War by Albert Castel explores the background, psychology, and wartime activities of Civil War commanders Ulysses S. Grant, Nathan Bedford Forrest, George McClellan, William Clarke Quantrill, and others.
All That Makes a Man by Stephen W. Berry II is an "engrossing and well-written study of southern men's embrace of love and ambition. An insightful, thought-provoking study of emotional life, gender, and warfare which adds substantially to our understanding of these matters in the American Civil War."--Journal of Social History. Package value: $69.95
Lot S14 FamilySearch.Org Wheeled Backpack for Laptop and USB Flash Drive
Thanks to Familysearch.org the winning bidder will enjoy a wheeled backpack for a laptop and a USB flash drive. These are useful tools for any genealogist who is traveling and doing genealogical research on the go. Package value: $XXX
Lot S15 Two Books From Savas Beatie Publishing
The winning bidder will be the proud owner of two titles from renowned publisher, Savas Beatie. Mark Willensky's The Elementary Common Sense of Thomas Paine provides an interactive Common Sense with a rich array of colonial history sprinkled with audio, video, and text graphics linked to a dynamic online website. The Guns of Independence, The Siege of Yorktown 1781 by Jerome A. Greene is an invigorating study that will satisfy everyone interested in the Revolutionary war, artillery, siege tactics, and brilliant leadership. Each book comes with a bookplate signed by the author.Package value: $XXX
Lot S16 Autographed Hardcover Copy of On Hallowed Ground: The Story of Arlington National Cemetery by Robert M. Poole
"In the folds of its hills on the Virginia shore of the Potomac, where its vast array of white tombstones evokes the mesmerizing image of an assembled army in its last resting place, Arlington National Cemetery splendidly honors the generations of self-sacrifice embodied in the nation's military dead. It also encapsulates the flawed story of a country still struggling to come to terms with the human cost of its wars. The central character in "On Hallowed Ground," Robert M. Poole's gracefully written, often deeply affecting history, cannot speak. However, Poole succeeds grandly in giving voice to the more than 600 acres of what virtually all Americans consider sacred soil." - The Washington Post This autographed copy will make the winning bidder a proud owner of a great work of history. Package value: $XXXX
Lot S17 Hardcover Copy of The Adams-Jefferson Letters
This is a hardback of The Adams-Jefferson Letters:The Complete Correspondence Between Thomas Jefferson and Abigail and John Adams, edited by Lester J. Cappon, published 1959, reprint 1987 by UNC Press. The eminent Jefferson scholar, Dumas Malone, commented on this work as follows: "The publication, in full and integrated form, of the remarkable correspondence between these two eminent men is a notable event." -- Dumas Malone, New York Times Book Review. This quality hardback version will allow the winning bidder to explore the actual communications of these great Americans. Package value: $75.00
Lot S18 Print of Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop in Fredericksburg, Virginia
Print 117 of 500 of the Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop in Fredericksburg, Virginia, by local watercolor artist Jacquelin C. Alexander. This beautiful print is exquisitely matted and framed for your visual enjoyment. This print is one of a very limited run and it captures this 18th century location in soft and inviting watercolor. The winning bidder will truly possess a rare and beautiful piece of art. Package value: $XXX
Lot S19 Two Tickets to Party on the Rappahannock River at the Morattico Waterfront Museum
Two tickets to the very popular Fall Event of the Northern Neck on Saturday October 16, 2010 sponsored by the Morattico Waterfront Museum in their pavilion at Morattico Village. This is a huge event and is the equivalent of a Low Country Boil, but with freshly roasted oysters, hamburgers, hotdogs, home-made pies, cakes and cookies, live music, and the ever-important full bar. Enjoy this event which takes place on the waterfront of the wide and beautiful Rappahannock River. Package value: $60
Lot S20 One Night Stay at the Historic Essex Inn Bed and Breakfast
Any trip to Virginia's Northern Neck will be greatly enhanced with a stay at the historic Essex Inn in Tappahannock. The Inn is a Georgian mansion built about 1850 by Dr. Lawrence Roane and an excellent example of Greek revival architecture. It has a long and varied history and is even said to have played several interesting roles in the Civil War. The Inn has been carefully and authentically restored to its original grandeur and has been furnished with period antiques, reproductions, and family heirlooms including a baby grand piano. A full three-course gourmet breakfast is served in the breakfast room every morning.To get an idea what the winning bidder can expect, just check these reviews. (minimum two-night stay) Package value: $XXXX
Lot S21 Rare Out-of-print Copy of the Journal and Correspondence of Baroness von Riedesel
The Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture in Williamsburg, Virginia graciously donated a rare out-of-print copy of the book Baroness von Riedesel and the American Revolution: Journal and Correspondence of a Tour of Duty, 1776-1783. The volume contains a revised translation of the Baroness's original journal and other useful annotations. This is an illuminating look at Revolutionary America from the perspective of a German Baroness. She, along with her husband who was the commander of a regiment of German soldiers under Burgoyne, surrendered to the Americans at Saratoga. The winning bidder will enjoy the many first-hand accounts of the Baroness, for example, her observation that "The Virginians are mostly indolent, which is ascribed to their hot climate, but with the slightest inducement they are ready in an instant to dance." Package value: $XXXX
Lot S22 A Beautiful 6’ 3 ”x 9 ’2” Indoor/Outdoor Rug From Plow & Hearth
The winning bidder gets a beautiful indoor/outdoor rug, 6’ 3 ”x 9 ’2” from Plow & Hearth, a trusted national catalog, retail, and internet company specializing in unique, enduring home and lifestyle products that are quality-built and guaranteed to meet their customer's expectations. What began as a small retail store in Madison, Virginia in 1980 has grown to include their flagship brand, Plow & Hearth®, plus two others that have joined their family during the past quarter century. Plow & Hearth offers unique, high-quality products for home, hearth, yard and garden. Problem Solvers® provides practical solutions for everyday living. Wind & Weather® offers a complete selection of indoor and outdoor weather-related instruments and gifts, plus elegant home and garden ornaments.
Lot S23 An Evening at the Canary Cottage Bed & Breakfast in Historic Clifton, Virginia
The Canary Cottage is the only Bed and Breakfast in the historic town of Clifton, Virginia. Situated in the heart of the town, it was originally built in 1884 as a General Mercantile Store and local gathering place. Its rich history also includes occupancy as a Saloon, a Bakery, a Grocery, a Pool Hall, a Cabinet Shop, and a Church. An addition was built in 1926, which served as a Barber Shop. In 1965, the building was purchased and completely restored into a residence. A perfect romantic get-away destination or just a great place to relax. Package value: $XXX
Lot S24 Rare 1957 Edition of Art Linkletter's Kid's Say the Darndest Things
Art Linkletter's Kids Say the Darndest Things reigned for years as one of television's most popular shows. The winning bidder will be the proud owner of an original 1957 edition of the book that will make you laugh out loud whether or not you remember the classic televison show. Art Linkletter was born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada, and was known for possessing one of the quickest wits in the entertainment world. Kids Say the Darndest Things was published by Prentice-Hall in 1957 with illustratioins by Charles M. Shulz (of Charlie Brown and Peanuts fame) and an introduction by Walt Disney. This collection of children's humorous and wise observations on diverse subjects will delight people of all ages. Package value: $XXX
Lot S25 Four Passes and a Museum Guide Book to the Frontier Culture Museum
The winning bidder will enjoy four passes to The Frontier Culture Museum in Staunton, Virginia and their valued Museum Guide book. The FCM tells the story of the thousands of people who migrated to colonial America, and of the life they created here for themselves and their descendants. These first pioneers came to America during the 1600s and 1700s from communities in the hinterlands of England, Germany, Ireland, and West Africa. Learn about frontier colonial life in America in a setting that is designed to instruct, excite and enchant. Package value: $XXXX
Lot S26 Annual Membership for Footnote.com, The Place To Find Digital Historical Documents
Footnote.com will help the winning bidder find and share historic documents. Footnote is able to bring you many never-before-seen historic documents through their unique partnerships with The National Archives, the Library of Congress and other institutions. Footnote’s patented digitization process is helping bring other collections to life on the web everyday. But Footnote is more than just a dusty, digital archive online. Footnote provides you the tools to share your historical passions and connect with others. The winning bidder’s annual membership in Footnote.com will allow an exciting exploration into a new world of digital documents from history. Package value: $79.95
Lot S27 A Beautiful Illustrated Book, Photography in Virginia by Jeffrey Ruggles
Photography in Virginia by Jeffrey Ruggles covers images made within the state's borders from the 1840s to the 1960s. The photographers include residents, visitors, professionals, and amateurs, and special attention is paid to African Americans, women, and Confederates. Most of the images have not been published before. Although its subject is photography, the book also offers a fresh look at Virginia history. This beautiful work is donated by the Virginia Historical Society and is one of the many interesting items found in their Museum Shop. Package value: $45
Lot L20 Two-night Stay at Hôtel Auberge Universel in Montreal, Canada
The winning bidder gets a certificate for a two-night stay at the Hotel Auberge Universel Montreal in a deluxe room for 2 people. The certificate includes breakfast. This is your opportunity to stay at a 4 star hotel located close to downtown Montreal next to the Botanical Gardens and Olympic Stadium. Let this inspire you to visit Montreal and explore one of the historic cities of North America. Enjoy an array of fine cuisine in Montreal’s great restaurants and partake of the world’s greatest bagels. Experience the Old World flavor of this New World city on the St. Lawrence River. Montreal is a city which will delight the history lover with its 17th and 18th century architecture and historic sites. Package value: $XXX
Lot S28 Original Framed Oil Painting On Canvas by Susie Fishback Neal
This beautiful original oil painting on canvass titled, Riding in Dordogne is a work of art done by Germanna Association Board member Susie Fishback Neal. The work represents a soothing combination of colors applied to canvas using brush and knife. Susie attended Corcoran School of Art, in Washington, D.C. She was a student of Shuko-san, Japanese designer of china for the Royal Family of Japan. Susie loves horses and this work conveys the feeling of the joy and freedom of a country ride. Dordogne, a beautiful town in the South of France, is famous for its Paleolithic Art and has many vineyards. Package value: $500
Lot S29 Bird Lovers Will Love This Game
The objective of The BIRDING GAME, which is modeled after actual competitive birding events known as "Big Days" or "Birdathons", is to identify as many birds as possible in a set time period in order to raise funds for an environmental cause. The player or team who raises the most money wins. For 2 - 6 players. The winning bidder is sure to have great fun with this nature oriented game.
Lot S30 Deluxe Wooden Sudoku Puzzle Game
Deluxe Wooden Sudoku. Wooden casing with plastic top to hold tiles securely. Approx 13" x 13" with storage drawers.
# Ages Teen to Adult
# Wooden casing with plastic top to hold tiles securely
# Antique Ivory Finish Tiles
# Instructions & Puzzle book
# Easy, Medium, and Hard Difficulty Levels
This puzzle was popularized in 1986 by the Japanese puzzle company Nikoli, under the name Sudoku, meaning single number. It became an international hit in 2005. The winning bidder will love this game.
Lot S31 Handy Lingo Navigator Multi-Language Translator
The Lingo Navigator multi-language translator translates into foreign language characters and shows you phonetically how to pronounce the characters in your own language, and then pronounces them for you at the touch of a button! You will be able to easily converse in a foreign language! Translates: English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Turkish, Chinese, Arabic, Portuguese, Japanese, Spanish and Russian. Great for the traveler!
Lot S32 Vintage Framed Photograph of The Little Fork Rangers
A vintage framed photograph of veterans of the "Little Fork Rangers". Officially, they were Company D, of the Fourth Virginia Cavalry made up of troopers from Culpeper. Various Germanna descendants served in this important Company. This photo depicts the dedication of the monument at Little Fork Church. The winning bidder will treasure this piece of history.
Lot S33 Vintage Unframed Photograph of The Little Fork Rangers
A vintage unframed photograph of veterans of the "Little Fork Rangers". Officially, they were Company D, of the Fourth Virginia Cavalry made up of troopers from Culpeper. Various Germanna descendants served in this important Company. The winning bidder will treasure this piece of history.
Lot S34 Beautiful Antique Water Pitcher From Edward Rorke & Company
The winning bidder will delight in this Edward Rorke & Company vitrified china water pitcher with purple flowers and gold highlights. Edward Rorke & Company is famed as one of the very finest glassware and china stores in New York City.
Lot S35 Hardcover Book Forgotten Patriots
The newly released second edition of Forgotten Patriots identifies over 6,600 names of African Americans and American Indians who contributed to American Independence and is a nearly five-fold expansion in pages over the 2001 edition. The 9” x 12” hardbound book with 872 pages contains details of the documented service of the listed Patriots, historical commentary on happenings of the time, an assortment of illustrations, and an extensive bibliography of research sources related to the topic.
Lot S36 Exquisitely Styled Purse From Janal Leather in Culpeper, Virginia
The winning bidder will be fortunate to take home this bucket style purse with "bucket" style elegant imitation lizard skin. This is a very popular style. There is also a strap which will go across the shoulder allowing the purse to sit on your back rather than under your arm as in most purses. Janal Leather in Culpeper, Virginia is the surprising shop of high quality leather and other items which one might not expect to find in Culpeper but this item will help you appreciate the fine quality of their offerings.
Lot S37 A unique hair-on cowhide version of an elegant Versace style purse From Janal Leather in Culpeper, Virginia
Janal Leather in Culpeper, Virginia provides yet another opportunity for a winning bidder to take home a fashionably designed leather purse which will serve you well. This unique hair-on cowhide version of an elegant Versace style purse will be a prized addition to your purse collection. The elegantly simple style combined with a utilitarian amount of space produces an item of beauty and practicality. The light color enables it to accompany most of your wardrobe choices. This is one item that you can count on as a great prize to have or a great gift to give.
Lot L23 Your Adventure at The Inn at Kelly's Ford
Enjoy a luxurious evening for two at the fabulous Inn at Kelly's Ford during the week. This package includes a dinner for two prepared by Chef Jean Paul Pessaint and Talented Culinary Staff at the Inn. Enjoy the rolling hills and flowing Rappahannock River while you soak up the elegance of the Inn which is located on the site of the Civil War battle of Kelly's Ford. This package is further enhanced by an equestrian trail ride for two. What a get-away! Bask in the cordial hospitality, thoroughly luxurious lodging and fine dining in a casual, elegant setting. The winning bidder will make many unforgettable memories with this package.
Lot S38 The Birth of Virginia's Aristocracy by James C. Thompson (paperback)
The Birth Of Virginia's Aristocracy explains how the first civil society formed in Virginia. The transformation of Virginia's leading families into an "aristocracy" was the final stage in the development of its first society. Readers will find that the process in which society formed and evolved in this real world setting bore no clear resemblance to the process theorized by the political "scientists" writing on the subject at that time in England. The author suggests that understanding what actually happened in Virginia will help modern observers understand what happened-and is happening-elsewhere.
Lot S39 DVD set of the 2009 Germanna Conference Presentations
Enjoy this set of DVD presentations from almost all the speakers at the July 2009 Germanna Conference. If you weren't able to make it to the conference, this is your opportunity to almost be there! This DVD set includes the 2009 presentations of: Marc Wheat and Frank Turnage on the State of Germanna; John Blankenbaker on the ship Oliver; George "Sarge" Durman on internet research; Barbara Vines Little on how to learn more about your ancestors; Craig Kilby on how to do research in the court houses; Therese Fisher on how the Germanna immigrants adapted to Virginia; Perry Cabot on the Little Fork settlement and settlers; Corlee Morris on DNA and genealogy research AND a copy of Katharine Brown on the 2009 Germanna Germany Trip.
Lot S40 AUDIO set of the 2009 Germanna Conference Presentations
Enjoy this set of AUDIO presentations from almost all the speakers at the July 2009 Germanna Conference. If you weren't able to make it to the conference, this is your opportunity to almost be there! This AUDIO set includes the 2009 presentations of: Marc Wheat and Frank Turnage on the State of Germanna; John Blankenbaker on the ship Oliver; George "Sarge" Durman on internet research; Barbara Vines Little on how to learn more about your ancestors; Craig Kilby on how to do research in the court houses; Therese Fisher on how the Germanna immigrants adapted to Virginia; Perry Cabot on the Little Fork settlement and settlers; Corlee Morris on DNA and genealogy research AND a copy of Katharine Brown on the 2009 Germanna Germany Trip.
Lot S41 Six tastings and a Private Tour of Sweely Estate Winery
Sweely Estate Winery sits at the foothills of the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains in Madison County, Virginia. The origin of Sweely Estate Winery began in 2004 when the Sweely Family purchased the historic Weaver farm in Madison. Enjoy six tastings and a private tour of this beautiful and historic site. The Sweely Family is already renowned for their Acorn Hill Farm, an equestrian center run by one of the Sweely daughters, with a full-service breeding and training facility. Now, Sweely Estate Winery affords yet another opportunity to continue the family's commitment to being good stewards of the land of Madison County.