SoSi's Celebrating VA250
Visit SoSi is proud to be a Commemorative Partner of VA250 — the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission.
Of the thirteen original colonies, none played as fundamental a role as Virginia in the formation of our country. From the ideas that inspired it, to the battleļ¬elds that decided it, there is simply no America without it.
As we mark 250 years of Independence, now is the perfect time to reconnect in the places that made it possible.
Join in the semiquincentennial celebration in SoSi and learn more about events statewide below!
Local Events
Virginia 250 Passport
Pick up your official VA250 Passport at the Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History and join in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary! Discover stories of the Commonwealth, enjoy hands-on experiences, and make lasting memories with family and friends as you explore SoSi and beyond. Plus, your passport gives you the chance to receive special recognition, including a chance to win a yearlong museum membership. Learn more today!
- DATE: November 11, 2025 - December 31, 2026
- LOCATION: 975 Main St, Danville, Virginia
In SoSi, Let History Come Alive!
Along the Dan River, in the Visit SoSi region (which includes Danville and Pittsylvania County, VA), history runs deep, and community runs strong. As we celebrate America's 250th anniversary, we invite you to explore the stories that helped shape the nation.
Long before this area became famous for textiles, tobacco, and railroads, it was home to the Saponi, Monacan, and Tutelo peoples. The Dan River was their lifeline — and the river remains central to the region's strong identity even today.
Over the centuries, Danville and Pittsylvania County have played a pivotal role in some of America's most iconic chapters. From agriculture to industry, to Civil War and Civil Rights, this area has always been a place where everyday people helped move history forward.
As part of Virginia's 250th celebrations, we invite you to Visit SoSi and experience the people, places, and stories that continue to shape a shared future full of excitement and opportunity.
Telling Our Story, Together
Visit SoSi's VA250 Commission brought together local leaders to focus on showcasing our region's rich history as part of Virginia's statewide semiquincentennial commemoration. Through collaborative planning and community-driven events, SoSi's historic role is recognized as a meaningful chapter in the broader American journey. Please join us in thanking the following community leaders who made this possible:
Meet the Commission:
- Lisa Meriwether, Tourism Manager, Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism, VA250 Local Committee Liason
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Lisa Greer, Visitor Center Manager, Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism
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Aliki Leonard, Tourism Sales Coordinator, Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism
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Sonja Ingram, Executive Director, Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History
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Sarah Latham, President of the Board, Danville Historical Society
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Cathy Nesselroade, Regent, Dorothea Henry Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution
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Rhonda Griffin, Director, Pittsylvania County Public Library
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Karice Luck-Brimmer, President/CEO/Owner, Our History Matters & Community Initiatives Association, Virginia Humanities
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Bill Guerrant, President, Pittsylvania County Historical Society
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Diane Moon, Vice President, Pittsylvania County Historical Society
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Gary Hall, Local Chapter President, Sons of the American Revolution
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Thomas Kilian, Owner, Kilian Ware Pottery