“The Era of Manifestations” was a period from 1837 to the mid-1850s when Shakers came under a spiritual revival marked by visions and ecstatic experiences among the followers.
"We all love living here and want to be able to work downtown, go downstairs and get coffee and go across the street and get food. I like to go next door to buy my clothing."
-- Asa Hardcastle, whose Tonic 5 software development company is on the floor above Tom’s Toys on Main Street
“June 27 1861 Dear Sister Now I take my pen in hand to let you know that I am well and hope this will find you the same…I have enlisted for three years…in three years I shall be back again…We are close to Fairfax where the enemy is about 4,000 strong… tell Charlie he must be a good boy and keep his nose clean…no more this time so goodbye from your brother, E. Bing farewell.”
