Heather Andolina

We have received a couple of concerns about the Coronavirus in regards to our 24th Union in June. Right now Berea College has taken pre-cautionary measures for the students, but as far as their summer events and conferences go, they are still on. Their leadership team and ours, are assessing the risks and are closely monitoring the situation. …

We are pleased to announce that next year\’s 24th Union will be held at Berea College located in Berea, Kentucky. The dates for the 24th Union are June 19th and 20th, 2020, so mark your calendars! We will have more details to come such as speakers, lodging discounts, and registration. We also want to wish …

The 23rd MHA Union was a fun and insightful three day long weekend (June 20, 21, and 22), in Wytheville, Virginia. It was kicked off on Thursday, with a very informative tour of the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum located in downtown Wytheville. On Friday we took a road trip over to Tazewell, Virginia, where …

The Melungeon Heritage Association is meeting this year at Wytheville, Virginia, June 20th, 21st, and 22nd for its 23rd Union with the theme, “Melungeon Women.” The Association welcomes those who have proven Melungeon ancestry, probable Melungeon ancestry, and those who have none at all and simply an interest in Melungeon history and genealogy, which is …

In our most recent post about Troy Williams\’ passing, we mentioned that there will be a special memorial service for Troy on April 20th in Vardy. We have been recently informed that the memorial service has been postponed. It will be rescheduled for a later date, and as soon as we know the new date, we will post …

It is with great sorrow that we share with all of you the passing of one of our own, Troy Williams. Troy was born and raised in the Vardy Valley and was a staunch supporter and member of both the MHA and the Vardy Community Historical Society.  Troy Williams was always proud of his Melungeon …

23rd Union Schedule, Wytheville, Virginia _____________ June 20, 21, and 22, 2019 Thursday, June 20 3:00 p. m. From Wytheville to the White House: A Tour of the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum. Meet at the Edith Bolling Wilson Museum, 145 E Main St., Wytheville, VA 24382. $5/person. Optional visit to the Edith Bolling Wilson …