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The Press Room is the place to find news about Smithfield. If you have questions regarding any article below contact us at 540-231-3947.

2/1/2012 - Preservation Virginia Announces Historic Smithfield Plantation Stewardship to transition to the Smithfield Preston Foundation

Preservation Virginia is pleased to announce that an operating agreement has been reached between Preservation Virginia and the Smithfield Preston Foundation regarding the future management of Historic Smithfield Plantation. Preservation Virginia and the Smithfield Preston Foundation have partnered since 1998, pooling resources to provide a robust interpretation experience incorporating preservation and educational programming year round.

The operational agreement transfers the responsibility for the day-to-day activities of Smithfield Plantation to the Smithfield Preston Foundation. The desired goal is to centralize leadership locally to promote an expanded program of activities and events and to enhance fundraising efforts to ensure the continued preservation of the property.    more ->


9/8/2011  -  Smithfield featured in national DAR magazine

5/16/2011 - "An American Turning Point: The Civil War in Virginia", Panel Exhibition

10/4/2010 - Congratulations to Apple Pie Baking Contest Winners

10/1/2010 - Dedication of the Historically Reconstructed Cider House and Cider Press

9/25/2010 - Apple Pie Baking Contest to be held during Harvest Festival

9/25/2010 - Harvest Festival Announcement

8/1/2010  - The 50th Anniversary Smithfield Homecoming and Preston Family Reunion

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