News & Announcements
The Historic Polegreen Church invites you to the dedication and unveiling of the DHR Roadside Marker of the Dissenters Glebe of Rev.
Samuel Davies 1751-1759 at New Hanover Presbyterian Church, 10058 Chamberlayne Rd.,
Mechanicsville, VA. The dedication will be held in the church sanctuary,
followed by a reception and then the unveiling of the DHR Marker.
Holiday Illumination. (Free to the public.) Special appearances by: Patrick Henry (giving his famous speech), Samuel
Davies, and SANTA! We will have Colonial games, music, coffee truck,
Revolutionary War drills, vendors, a drawing to win a special gift,
and the Historic Polegreen Church Gift Shop.
Founders Celebration. (Look for tickets/reservations in the spring.)
The Historic Polegreen Church Foundation acquires Pine Slash. The Historic Polegreen Church Foundation has concluded the acquisition of a beloved Patrick Henry icon. Pine Slash, circa 1750, is one of only two surviving original homes of Henry. Originally a 300-acre tract, part of Rural Plains near Totopotomoy Creek in Hanover County, it was given to Henry and his first wife, Sarah Shelton, when they were married in 1754 by her parents, owners of Rural Plains. It is often called the “Honeymoon Cottage.” Today, on the remaining five acres, besides the cottage, is a restored manor house, named Prospect Hill, circa 1830, and a carriage house, also dating from the 19th century.
For more information, read our press release or peruse a detailed site description (with photos) from the Hanover County Historical Society.
The Historic Polegreen Church Foundation would like to invite you for a special tour given by one of our Board Members, Tommy Nance. This 4-5 hour driving tour will take you around Hanover County, VA, and will highlight America’s Forerunners, the Rev. Samuel Davies and Patrick Henry, as well as historical places throughout the county. The tour is $10.00 per person and includes Rev. Nance’s booklet, “America’s Forerunner”, a condensed biography of Rev. Samuel Davies. The tour concludes at Hanover Tavern where you may purchase your lunch.
Please contact the Historic Polegreen Church Foundation for more information or to schedule a tour.
Email: admin@historicpolegreenchurch.org
Phone: (804) 730-3837 (office hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays 9–3)
Tommy Nance’s condensed biography, “America’s Forerunner,” can be purchased online.
· Contact us to reserve your wedding date or special event. 2024 dates are almost full! Booking is open for 2025!
· During wedding season, most Saturdays and Sundays are booked for weddings and private events. Please call the Historic Polegreen office to ensure availability for your visit.
· Would you like a private tour? Contact us to schedule a guided tour to learn about the history of Historic Polegreen Church!
· Email: admin@historicpolegreenchurch.org Phone: (804) 730-3837