Our roof repairs are getting the rain test today!
Did you know: The tiles on most of the Village homes are French style, versus the Spanish style used on The Village School?
French Style has locking tabs on the sides…
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74th annual meeting for the Alabama Historical Association! April 7th-9th, 2022
We're excited to be included in the program for the 74th annual meeting for the Alabama Historical Association! April 7th-9th, 2022
The weekend begins with guided tours of local historical sites such as Village One, Locust Hill and St. John's…
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Roofing Project Underway!
We are enjoying some really beautiful weather this week!! Perfect as we finally have this massive roofing project underway!!
due to the size of the school, we’ve had to take the roofing project in sections. This week, we are working…
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Found Object Friday!
Found Object Friday!
A few found objects and artifacts from this area:
Ornamental heart from a horse bridal (found by Mr. Kirkby, an early Village resident); a copper pendant from Seven Mile Island (one of the archeological sites); a button…
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Falcon Day at The Village School Foundation
We had a great time last Saturday learning about falconry! Big thanks to Matt Whitfield for bringing his Harris Hawks and sharing with us all! Thanks so much to Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area and everyone who braved the cold…
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Get cozy and respresent with a new hoodie from The Village School Foundation Store!
As the snow flurries begin swirling today, you might be reaching for your coziest hoodie. The new hoodies from #thevillageschoolfoundation are super-soft, cozy and come in black or heather navy (as modeled by Melissa).
Just head to the store page…
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The Sport of Falconry - Sat. Jan. 22, 2022
In coordination with Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area, Matt Whitfield will be coming to The Village School to discuss the sport of falconry and demonstrate with two Harris Hawks.
Falconry is one of the world’s oldest forms of hunting &…
Read moreGeological survey: Perry site
Geological survey: Perry site
They were a number of geological surveys in Alabama as part of Alabama Museum of Natural History and prepared with the assistance of the WPA and the cooperation of the…
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Snow Day in The Village!
Snow Day in The Village!
Treat yourself to a cozy, new hoodie from The Village School Foundation web store! Each purchase helps us with repairs and operations.
Thanks so much! Stay warm!
The Light of a New Year! What do you envision?
The light of a new morning and a new year is here!
It’s a time to reflect on where we’ve been and where we’re going. It’s a time to imagine what could be. Classrooms for community classes, meetings and gatherings…
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