VA Folklife Webinar: Telling Virginia’s Stories with Grant-funded Roadside Markers

Have you considered a roadside marker to recognize your community’s unique folklore? This webinar with the Virginia Folklife Program introduces the William G. Pomeroy Foundation’s Legends & Lore® Marker Grant Program, which helps communities across the United States recognize and share local stories, customs, and traditions passed down through generations. Attendees learn about the Pomeroy Foundation’s marker grant programs and get an in-depth look at Legends & Lore in partnership with the Virginia Folklife Program, the Foundation’s official partner for Virginia-based applications. The session highlights Virginia folklore, why it’s important, and how fully funded roadside markers can amplify awareness about a community’s unique cultural heritage. Whether your subject is a folktale, a local legend, or a long-standing community tradition, this session explains the process of preparing and submitting a strong marker grant application.