Legacy

¨ Planting of flowers, shrubs, mini gardens or development of a new community park or cleaning up and repairing an existing park
¨ Design a monument or signage at an historical site or location
¨ Provide Historical Markers
¨ Restore and clean up a landmark or historical site

Educational

¨ Work with local schools on having speakers come and give talks about county or state history
¨ Hold an essay or drawing contest for local schools, Scout and youth groups
¨ Help create plays or other activities with youth groups depicting local historical events or persons

Cultural

¨ Sponsor an art exhibit showcasing local talent with emphasis on Virginia or County history
¨ Plan outdoor concerts, movies or other events showcasing local talent
¨ Create a community quilt
¨ Plan a celebration highlighting agriculture, local foods or cooking

Historical

¨ Bury a time capsule with pictures and artifacts
¨ Create a video history with interviews from citizens on local history and culture
¨ Research local history on an historical site that is not well known
¨ Research and write the history of your community or an important person from your area