Trails & Tales: Vienna’s Hidden History Bike Ride on the W&OD Trail

THERE ARE 3 DIFFERENT DATES OFFERED FOR THIS BIKE RIDE: AUGUST 8, SEPTEMBER 12, OCTOBER 10 @ Bring your bike and discover the Vienna you never knew all hiding in plain sight along the W&OD Trail. Join us for an in-person guided adventure! Uncover nearly 200 years of the Vienna area’s history by exploring the seen, and unseen, sites along the historic W&OD corridor. You’ll see what you’ve been missing along the trail and share the stories that bring the past to life. Whether you’re a fit cyclist, a casual biker or just enjoy local history, this ride is for you. Bring your bike and your friends and get ready to make some memories on wheels. Post ride snacks provided courtesy of Historic Vienna, Inc. A portion of all ticket sales will support Historic Vienna, Inc. All bike ride tours begin in front of the Freeman Store & Museum located at 131 Church Street, NE in Vienna. There is a maximum of 10 riders per tour – make your reservation today! To register click here. See Eventbrite posting for more information. ITINERARY 8:30 Check-in and bib issue at the Freeman Store & Museum, 131 Church Street, NE Vienna 9:00 Welcome/Introduction, The Civil War in Vienna 9:20 Vienna Station and Right-of-Way Encroachment 9:25 Piney Branch Stone Bridge 9:40 Clarks Crossing/Beulah Adams House 9:50 Hunter Mill Road 10:00 Arrive 1911 Buckthorn Lane -Authenticated Confederate Trenches -Civil War Artifacts -Q&A -Refreshments 10:30 Depart 1911 Buckthorn Lane 10:45 Wiehle Station 11:00 Bowman Distillery/R. Wiehle House 11:15 Wiehle Mansion 11:45 Rev. Read Assassination Site 12:00 Return to Freeman Store & Museum – light snacks served Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live