Cloverlea Farmhouse and Memorial Gardens

11/20/2023

Come see us December 10!

Join us December 10 to learn more about the history of Claytor Nature Center and Cloverlea Farmhouse, enjoy hot cocoa and period holiday decor, while listening to soothing music. Come cozy up for the holidays! For more info and to register, go here. https://claytornaturecenter.app.neoncrm.com/np/admin/event/eventDetails.do?id=107&nlListId=7997403&nlIndex=0&nlCache=id

10/28/2022

The leaves are beautiful changing on the mountains and around the grounds! Claytor Nature Center is open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but the Farmhouse and upper gardens and Ash lawn area are privately reserved this weekend. Feel free to enjoy the lower gardens and other trails & areas on the Center property. Parking on that side is available in the grassy field to the left of the driveway toward the house; please avoid driving down toward the farmhouse. Thank you!

08/28/2022

Today we're at The Virginian Hotel for the Lynchburg Bridal Expo showcasing Cloverlea and other event spaces at University of Lynchburg ! We just love when we see caterers using eco-friendly wares Pumpernickel Pickle !

06/15/2022

05/29/2022

The beauty after the storm. The reflecting pool cleared from the pollen, and the plants all glistened with rain drops. A perfect day for a wedding with live artists & musicians; congrats Ashley & Allen!

05/26/2022

Welcome to our new Director, Jennifer Wills!

The University of Lynchburg’s Claytor Nature Center has a new director. Jennifer Wills, who holds degrees in biology, law, and natural resources, will start on June 1. She replaces interim director Dr. Laura Henry-Stone.

05/22/2022

Despite the heat, we had a beautiful day out at the farmhouse for the wedding of such a sweet couple. Congratulations Angie and Jeremiah!

04/28/2022

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04/22/2022

What better place to celebrate and appreciate our Planet on this Earth Day! Happy Earth Day friends!

04/20/2022

Our ongoing history project!

Students in Dr. Lisa Crutchfield’s Internship in History and Virginia History classes are doing research this semester that will help three local historical groups better tell their stories.

02/17/2022

The search has begun for the Director of the Claytor Nature Center ! We are excited to see what the future will bring from this new leader!

Interested in an innovative leadership opportunity at the intersection of nature, landscape, conservation, culture, and higher education? The University of Lynchburg, a private regional university, located in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia is seeking a full-t

01/23/2022

Today we are at for the from noon to 4p, to showcase the venues both on campus and at ! Come visit our booth!

01/23/2022

Today we are at The Virginian Hotel for the Lynchburg Bridal Expo to promote the venue spaces that the University of Lynchburg offers, both on campus and out at the Claytor Nature Center ! Come visit our booth from noon to 4:00 p.m.!

01/14/2022

We are honored to be listed as one of Virginia's must-see gardens in Lynchburg Living current issue! It's true that the Virginia Claytor Memorial Gardens are gorgeous and full of various colors of florals, all meticulously maintained by our staff, and offer arguably the best view of the Peaks of Otter mountains. The reflecting pool makes the experience even more unique; check out the amazing photo from Calhoun Photos and Custom Frames featured in the article!

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MAKE PLANS TO VISIT THESE HORTICULTURE-FOCUSED DESTINATIONS IN 2022 It’s no secret that Virginia is a beautiful place to live, and every season brings out a new aspect of its beauty. Right now, while the air is cold and the trees are bare, we can appreciate that unhindered view of the Blue Ridge ....

11/19/2021

Finished products of custom pressed floral artwork pieces made from the bouquets and centerpieces from a wedding this fall! Our outreach coordinator, Trish created these as a custom add-on for our wedding packages at Cloverlea. The techniques of arranging, pressing, drying, and mounting the floral specimens are similar to those used at the University of Lynchburg Ramsey-Freer Herbarium. It's a unique way to reduce flower waste for a more sustainable event experience, while making a special keepsake!

11/11/2021

On this day we honor the veterans who have bravely served our country with their military service. A. Boyd Claytor, III served in WWII for a pacific tour, and his father-in-law Col. Lloyd Arnold rose in rank during his lifelong career in the U.S. Army. It's been fascinating learning about their stories, and we thank them and all the veterans for their service to the country!

The University of Lynchburg Wind Symphony and Orchestra present Duty, Honor, Country: An American Salute tonight and tomorrow, be sure to check it out, and see many of the military items found at Cloverlea on display!

Part of our ongoing history project includes researching and putting context to the many letters, photos, artifacts, and uniforms that we found in the Cloverlea attic last year. We're working with the University of Lynchburg Department of History to dive in to these attic finds and more branches of the story of the Claytors and the Cloverlea house and land history. Stay tuned to hear more!

11/05/2021

Magical autumn day!