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
David Booth, President
Meredith Thomas, Vice President
Tanya Cauthen, Treasurer
Cyndi Willard, Secretary
Catherine Fleischman
Becky Lillywhite
Addison "D" Mitchell
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
Mandy Yarnell
Local Food Operations Assistant
Fall Line Farms & Local Roots
Copies of financial statements, governing documents and conflict of interest policies are available to the public per written request to Center for Rural Culture,11533 Busy Street, Suite 195, N. Chesterfield, VA 23236
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