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An annual, free event where one can walk around throughout the Historic town of Fincastle, established in 1772. There will be displays of local artists with a variety of mediums including oils, pastels, pen and ink, etc. There will also be a wide variety of local craft vendors around town including jewelry makers, potters, metal crafters, wood crafters and original creations by a variety of other crafters. Food vendors, music, historical interpreters, petting zoo and children's activities will be available throughout the town for you to visit. The 18th Century John Matten Early Cabin (Water and Murray Street) will be open showing a living history display during the 1700/1800's. Also, the Wysong Blacksmith Shop (West Main Street) will have a working blacksmith plus a display of blacksmithing tools. In the Old Historic Baptist Church on East Main Street, there will be a display of historic and vintage quilts from the last 200 years. There will also be "History Talks" about the town during the day as well as a vintage slide show of Fincastle. Two music stages - Church Street and The Courthouse Porch - which will have a variety of music from a brass ensemble to old time blue grass music. The Botetourt County Historical Society and Museum will also be open for your visit. See artifacts and memorabilia from the last 250 years of Botetourt County. Plan on visiting this free event and learn some important history of Fincastle and Botetourt County during this celebration during the VA250.