Belmont and Historic Falmouth

Details

Let's meet at Belmont, Gari Melchers' Home and Studio, and explore historic Falmouth and the Belmont grounds. After the hike, those interested can go for a guided tour of Gari Melchers' home and studio. (The hike is free; the tour is $12 for general admission.)

❶ What we'll do:

From the Visitor Center, we'll hike past the Melcher home and downhill along Washington Street for a clockwise hike around old town Falmouth, checking out the many historic sites.
After a short break back at the Visitor Center, we will go for a hike around the Belmont grounds, exploring the Belmont farm buildings and the remnants of the canal that once turned the wheels of the riverside mills that ground thousands of barrels of flour destined for Europe.
The first part is about 1.6 miles and the second part is about 1.4 miles, although we will probably wind up with more due to wandering off the trail to see the sights.
The surface is hilly, mostly sidewalks on the first part, and dirt with rocks and roots on the second part. This is an easy hike.
Google map: https://tinyurl.com/5n7d2ftv

❷ How to get there:

The street address is 224 Washington Street, Falmouth, VA 22405.
From the Capital Beltway, follow I-95 S from about 35 miles to US-17 BUS S/Warrenton Rd in Stafford County. Continue on US-17 BUS S/Warrenton Rd for about 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Washington Street; Gari Melchers' Home and Studio is the next right. For more detailed directions, see https://maps.app.goo.gl/oEtmCppvfkyoirFY8

❸ What to bring: Water, comfy shoes, and your furry friend if desired (leashes, please). Pets (except service dogs) are not allowed in any building. An umbrella or rain jacket might be useful to ward off any possible showers.

❹ Weather: The forecast is overcast and a high of 75F, with a 30% chance of showers and 5-6 mph NNE winds. See https://tinyurl.com/442uk6x4

❺ Advisory: As a reminder, this is an adult group, and you are ultimately responsible for your own safety and well-being during events. No one under 18 years of age is allowed at this event, either as members or as guests, to include babies in carriers and/or strollers.

❻ Administrative stuff: There are restrooms at the Visitor Center and at
Historic Port of Falmouth Park.

❼ Notes: