From its headwaters in West Virginia to its estuary in Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay, the Potomac River was a frontline during the Civil War. On the banks of the river at Harpers Ferry, a federal armory was raided by abolitionist John Brown in 1859. Passing through Washington D.C. and the national monuments along the Tidal Basin, the journey ends at George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate in Virginia.
Film is 50 minutes with brief presentations and audience discussion to follow.
General admission. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime
Donations accepted at the door. 100% of donations will go to local nonprofit Town Run Watershed group.
Popcorn, candy, soft drinks available for purchase (no outside food or drinks please).
This screening of World’s Most Scenic River Journeys: The Potomac River is made possible by Potomac Riverkeeper Network and the Shepherdstown Opera House.
