Mission Statement
The Journey Through Hallowed Ground Partnership is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising national and local awareness of the unparalleled history in the region, which generally follows the Old Carolina Road (Rt. 15/231) from Gettysburg, through Maryland, to Monticello in Albemarle County, VA. From its communities, farms, businesses and heritage sites, we'll celebrate and preserve this vital fabric of America which stands today in the historic, scenic and natural beauty of this region. The Journey Through Hallowed Ground® is dedicated to encouraging both Americans and world visitors to appreciate, respect, and experience this cultural landscape that makes it uniquely American.
How do we achieve this mission?
- Building a strong network of local, regional and national partners [PARTNERS], to develop a common vision for the conservation and enhancement of the scenic, historic, recreational, cultural, and natural characteristics of the region.
- Developing an education outreach program to reach every student and teacher within the region as well as across the nation.
- Creating a heritage tourism program that will provide economic development opportunities, through regional branding and cooperative marketing, in communities throughout the corridor.
- Working in partnership with local, state and national leaders and residents to create and support a National Scenic Byway [NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY LINK], and a National Heritage Area [NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA LINK], to sustain and strengthen our economy, heritage and quality of life in this region.
- Creating open cooperation with property owners, heritage sites, citizens, businesses, real estate leaders and public officials to help communities grow and prosper while preserving America's historic, natural and scenic heritage.
- Promote the creation and maintenance of transportation systems that employ context sensitive design and protect efficient safe and enjoyable travel through the corridor.
