The Virginia Quilt Museum is a one of a kind museum that exhibits the quilt culture that Virginia is famous for. The museum is a non-profit organization that deals with trying to show the public how quilts are an important part of the culture in Virginia since it is a form of art. The intricacies and the detailed work that goes into quilt making is something to be amazed at. They even have a few events from time to time such as the English Teas, Silent Auctions and Raffles, and all the proceeds go to the maintenance of the museum as it is a volunteer-run organization. Check website for further information.
Bridgeforth Stadium and Zane Showker Field is located on the campus of the famed James Madison University. Built in 1975, it was earlier called James Madison Stadium but later changed to the current name after the member of the board of visitors. The state-of-the-art facilities and equipments makes any event here an experience to remember. Check the website or call ahead for details regarding events and timings.
The Forbes Center for the Performing Arts is the main performing arts center at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. This venue is comprised the Dorothy Thomasson Estes Center for Theatre and Dance and the Shirley Hanson Roberts Center for Music Performance. The Dorothy Thomasson Estes Center for Theatre and Dance venue contains three stages, the Mainstage Theatre for large performances, the Studio Theatre for contemporary and experimental theatre, and the Earlynn J. Miller Dance Theatre where the dancers and choreographers are the main attraction. The Shirley Hanson Roberts Center for Music Performance has the large Concert Hall and more intimate Recital Hall available for performances.
A Shenandoah Valley gem, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church holds its own despite being surrounded by many other churches in the near vicinity. Constructed in 1895, this Gothic Revival church is architecturally magnificent with some standout features like three different stones used on the facade, a prominent pointed arch, a deep central entrance, and gorgeous stained glass windows. A basilica design that draws inspiration from Roman architecture makes this an impressive ancient church building. This church offers a serene setting, a prayer garden, and lovely grounds, which makes walking uphill worth it.