Four states and four counties have begun preparations to commemorate the 2009 sesquicentennial anniversary of abolitionist John Brown's raid on the arsenal at Harpers Ferry. The John Brown 150th Anniversary Quad-State Committee, comprised of various historians and officials from West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Maryland, are planning and coordinating a range of commemoration events.Officials responsible for organizing the commemorations say that events will include re-enactments, dramatic productions, art exhibits, academic lectures, special tours and much more.

Are you a John Brown Descendent?

In conjunction with this commemoration, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park is searching for descendents of those associated with the John Brown Raid to participate in this important celebration. Click here for complete info.

Upcoming Quad-State Event

November 7- 8, 2008
BROWN! John Brown's Harpers Ferry Raid and the Ensuing Panic in Northern Virginia
A Weekend-long Interactive Historical Retreat. Presented by local teacher-historian RICH GILLESPIE and the Living Historians of the Mosby Heritage Area.
Visit www.mosbyheritagearea.org for reservations and details.