Art+History: Migration
Call for Entry
June 1 - August 30
mi·gra·tion definition: /ˌmīˈɡrāSHən/
Noun
seasonal movement of birds or animals from one region to another.
movement of people to a new area or country in order to find work or better living conditions.
Patterns of migration shape the history of a location. The movement of both animals and populations form a significant impact on a region - from the influence of Native Americans, Europeans, and African populations that have formed the traditions and heritage of Appalachia to the migratory animals and insects that allow native plants to flourish. Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the formation of Montgomery County and the Declaration of Independence by depicting what migration means to you.
Important Dates:
May 21: Deadline for Call for Entry
June 1 - exhibit opens
The Wilderness Road was a vital 500-mile, 18th-century route, primarily blazed by Daniel Boone in 1775.
The Wilderness Road saw nearly 300,000 settlers on their way south through Virginia between 1775-1810. Traveling on foot or horseback, some settled along the way, while others continued on to the interior of the nation. The Conestoga wagon later became the favorite mode of transportation.
The Museum’s history exhibit for VA250 celebrates our stage on the Wilderness Road