50: Melrose Civil War Caverns: Underground History of the Civil War {Ep 50}

Enjoy this friendly fascinating chat with laughs on the rich history of Melrose Caverns dating back to 1748 with Dick Yancey and Jack Yancey! Listen to the story of why the caverns have been closed since 1968 and what prompted its reopening. Learn about historic tax credits and how they used them for the caverns.  Hear the story of working with their local electricians to put in new lighting and some of the exciting elements they found in the process that haven’t been seen in over 50 years. Listen to some stories about the 100+ names of civil war soldiers etched on the cave walls and learn what they used to create them. Learn the difference between how horizontal and vertical caverns are formed, which one Melrose Caverns is and the earliest known use of the cave. Discover the rich family history with ties to the Harrisons of Harrisonburg and how their family was granted the land from a King in 1748! Hear the history of the lodge on their property that also serves as a Wedding & Event venue with four ceremony spots including the cave. Find out more about the length of the tour; what to wear; how to book one and more! Plan your underground civil war history adventure today and experience it yourself.  Cheers! Melrose Civil War Caverns Wedding & Event [email protected]://www.melrosecaverns.com/6639 N Valley PikeHarrisonburg, VAFacebook and Instagram: @melrosecaverns To learn more about X2 Comedy (now FWAF Show) & Buy Tickets visit: www.x2comedy.com/ (now FWAF Show visit thefunnywomacks.com) Facebook & Instagram: @x2comedy (now The Funny Womacks)