MIDDLEBURG, VIRGINIA. – On Friday, June 17, there will be a Battle of Ball’s Bluff lecture and book signing by James Morgan, author and historian, in the Founder's Room of the National Sporting Library and Museum.
Mr. Morgan will also sign his book A Little Short on Boats: the Fights at Ball’s Bluff and Edwards Ferry, October 21-22, 1861. This event is presented in cooperation with the Mosby Heritage Area Association. To reserve a place for the lecture and for more information about a Saturday tour organized by the Mosby Heritage Area Association, call 540-687-6681. The reception and lecture are free. Seating is limited.
The National Sporting Library and Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the literature, art, and culture of horse and field sports. Founded in 1954, the institution has over 17,000-books dating from the 16th-21st centuries. The John H. Daniels Fellowship program supports the research of visiting scholars. In the fall of 2011, the newly renovated and expanded historic building on the campus will open to house exhibits of American and European fine sporting art. Information is shared through exhibitions, lectures, seminars, publications, and special events. The NSLM is open to researchers and the general public. Admission is free. For more information visit www.nsl.org .
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