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2025 Descendants Day at Highland

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2025 Descendants Day at Highland

When
Jun 14th, 2025
10:00am - 4:00pm
Where
2050 James Monroe ParkwayCharlottesvilleVA

Join us on Saturday, June 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for Descendants Day at Highland. The Highland Council of Descendant Advisors welcomes all attendees, whether descendants or not. Plan to take part in the day’s music, food, and presentations, and be ready to learn about the activities of many community groups. This event is free and open to the public. For more information visit https://highland.org/Descendants2025.

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