About
Our Mission
The Center for Rural Culture is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to preserving rural culture in the Central Virginia Piedmont. The Center for Rural Culture seeks to support local economies and agriculture, to protect rural landscapes and traditions, and conserve natural and historic resources.
Sharing knowledge is the key to preserving the rural fabric of our communities. The CRC sponsors local markets and presents programs, seminars, speakers, workshops and events that highlight the value and traditions of rural Virginia.
Supporting local economies and agriculture, protecting rural landscapes and traditions, and conserving natural and historic resources.
Board of Directors
Becky Lillywhite, President
Addison "D" Mitchell, Vice President
Melanie Mitchell, Secretary
Kim Hutchinson, Treasurer
Briana Colbert
JoDe Davis
Catherine Fleischman
Sally Taylor
Haze Thomas
Betsy Trice
Cyndi Willard
Directors Emeritus
Nan Thurston
Ed Lawton
Rossie Fisher
Sandy Fisher
Steffi Gordinier
Sue Reichel
Our Staff
Alex Badecker
Market Manager
Fall Line Farms & Local Roots
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