The Advertising Council 50th Anniversary
The Association of National Advertisers, Inc.
and
the American Association of Advertising Agencies
in a joint conference here in the Homestead Hotel
November 14, 1941
established an . . . — — Map (db m287462) HM
On Hot Springs Road (Route 220) west of Falls Road (Virginia Route 640), on the right when traveling west.
Alleghany County. The Virginia General Assembly formed Alleghany Co. in 1822 from parts of Bath, Botetourt, and Monroe. Within its boundaries are the Towns of Clifton Forge and Iron Gate and the City of Covington, the county seat. Public . . . — — Map (db m314088) HM
Near Sam Snead Highway (U.S. 220) at Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
The Boiler Spring's naturally hot mineral waters have made The Homestead internationally renowned as a Spa Resort since 1766. These clear waters emerge from deep beneath the earth, flowing constantly at 105° F year-round, and have been greatly . . . — — Map (db m287535) HM
The Casino was completed in 1895 and in that era the word "casino" was frequently applied to a building that was home to sports of all kinds. That was - and still is - The Casino's role. The original location of the Homestead Golf and Tennis . . . — — Map (db m287532) HM
On Delafield Road 0.2 miles east of Mountain Laurel Drive, on the right when traveling east.
History of Delafield Rise. Dr. Francis Delafield frequented The Homestead in the early 1900's and encouraged many of his patients to "take the waters" here. He also advised patients that walking up the mountain of a grade of 1 in 10 would . . . — — Map (db m287545) HM
This tree is dedicated to the memory of Dr. William E. Skelton, who as a boy delivered milk to the Homestead, became a Dean at Virginia Tech, Director of Co-Operative Extention Services, President of Rotary International, and a man who helped . . . — — Map (db m287540) HM
Near Delafield Road east of Shady Lane, on the right when traveling east.
This hardwood is extremely shock-resistant and useful for making weaving shuttles. It is also made into spools, small pulleys, mallet heads, and jeweler's blocks. Indians used the aromatic bark and roots as a remedy for malaria and extracted a red . . . — — Map (db m287544) HM
On Sam Snead Highway (U.S. 220) at Garth Newel Lane, on the right when traveling north on Sam Snead Highway.
Artist William Sergeant Kendall (1869–1938) and his wife Christine Herter Kendall (1890–1981) built this house soon after they arrived in Virginia in 1922. Garth Newel, Welsh for “New Home,” served as their residence and studio. A student of Thomas . . . — — Map (db m69747) HM
In 1934, a young Sam Snead was working in the proshop making hickory shaft clubs when a woman came looking for a lesson. As all the golf professionals were busy, she asked the manager if Snead could give her a lesson. Afterwards, she told the . . . — — Map (db m287538) HM
Near Sam Snead Highway (U.S. 220) at Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
Around 1898, golf at The Homestead became more formal and the club colors of bright red and white were required for play. That year, the resort also hired its first golf professional: Mr. Herbert Augustus Corbett Beauclerk, a local resident who was . . . — — Map (db m287539) HM
On Homestead Drive, on the right when traveling west.
The Homestead
has been designated a
National Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance
in commemorating the history of the
United States of America
1991
National Park Service
United States Department of the . . . — — Map (db m287449) HM
The Hot Springs Conference
Here in the Homestead Hotel,
fourty-four nations conferred
May 18 - June 3, 1943
and proposed the creation
of the
Food and Agriculture
Organization
of the United Nations
dedicated to better . . . — — Map (db m310718) HM
Near Sam Snead Highway (U.S. 220) at Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
The crystal waters of this natural mineral spring are actually warm, rather than hot as its name suggests. They flow constantly at 97° F, and enjoy a mild sulphur content, which made them popular for both bathing and as a drinking spring. From the . . . — — Map (db m287534) HM
On Sam Snead Highway (U.S. 220) south of Main Street (County Route 615), on the left when traveling north.
Born In Thaxton, Bedford County, Lettie Pate
Whitehead Evans played a major role in the early
distribution of bottled Coca-Cola. She was one
of the first women members of the board of
directors of a major American corporation,
serving on the . . . — — Map (db m69922) HM
On Hot Springs Road (U.S. 220) 0.2 miles south of Falls Road (Virginia Route 640), on the right when traveling north.
Near this spot stood the rude hut in which "Mad Ann" Bailey spent the last years of her life as a scout and Indian fighter. She rendered valuable service to the first settlers of this section — — Map (db m256248) HM
Near Sam Snead Highway (U.S. 220) at Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
Golf arrived at The Homestead in 1892 with construction of the first six holes of the Old Course. Today its First Tee enjoys the historic distinction of being the oldest first tee in continuous use in America. Golf quickly became so very popular at . . . — — Map (db m287537) HM
The Southern Surgical Association
Founded October 12, 1887
In commemoration
of
the founding of the
Southern Surgical Association
in 1887
the centennial celebration
was held in the
Homestead Hotel
Hot Springs, Virginia . . . — — Map (db m287467) HM
Near Ski Slope Way north of Delafield Road, on the right when traveling north.
When fully developed the Tulip Poplar is a very large and magnificent plant. Pioneers hollowed out a single log to make a long, lightweight canoe. Today, its wood remains one of the chief commercial hardwoods. The wood is often used for making . . . — — Map (db m287542) HM
The Virginia Bar Association
Chartered 1890
In commemoration of
the founding of
the Virginia Bar Association
in 1888 to advance professionalism,
collegiality and service to the
public by Virginia lawyers,
this plaque is . . . — — Map (db m287472) HM
Virginia Cemetery Association
In commemoration
of
the founding of
the Virginia Cemetery
Association
in 1948
The diamond jubilee celebration
was held at the
Homestead Resort
Hot Springs, Virginia
June 1 - . . . — — Map (db m287465) HM
On Sam Snead Highway (U.S. 220) at Dunns Gap Road (County Route 618), on the left when traveling north on Sam Snead Highway.
Erected 1920 by the Virginia Hot Springs Company commemorating the planting of trees along this boulevard. A memorial of patriotism and a tribute of honor to the employees of this Company and the men of Bath County who in 1917 and 1918 served in . . . — — Map (db m69930) WM
