$30.00
Join Sharon Virts for a rare and unforgettable three-hour guided bus tour through the historic homes, estates, and landmarks that inspired Bargains of Fate, its characters, and some of the most pivotal moments in the Fields of Honor series.
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An Exclusive Historical Bus Tour with Sharon Virts
Before we gather at Selma to celebrate the launch of Bargains of Fate, I invite you to step directly into the world of the novel.
Join me for a rare and unforgettable three-hour guided bus tour through the historic homes, estates, and landmarks that inspired the story, its characters, and some of the most pivotal moments in the Fields of Honor series. Together, we will travel through the landscapes of Virginia history while I share the real people, family rivalries, scandals, and hidden stories that shaped the book.
Many of these locations are rarely open to the public, making this a truly special opportunity for readers and history lovers alike.
Tour Details
Date: June 28, 2026
Departure Time: 9:00 AM
Departure Location: Selma Mansion
Length: Approximately 3 hours
Cost: $30 + your copy of Bargains of Fate
Guests will return to Selma in time for the afternoon garden party and launch celebration.
Featured Stops Along the Journey
Chestnut Hill: Enjoy a rare private interior tour of one of Virginia’s historic treasures.
Rockland: Visit the remarkable home of the Rust family, continuously owned by descendants since the early 1800s and seldom accessible to the public.
Historic Downtown Leesburg: Travel through the streets where Jack and Lucy lived, where Jack and William practiced law, and where many of the novel’s defining moments unfolded.
Raspberry Plain: Explore the landscape where Armistead and Emily spent their early years.
The Ruins of Colten Farms: Visit the haunting remains of Lucinda Lee’s childhood home.
Belmont: Experience the grand Lee family estate where many of the novel’s most memorable gatherings and turning points take place.
Included with Your Tour
- Guided storytelling and historical commentary from Sharon Virts
- Rare access to private historic properties
- Snacks and drinks served aboard the bus
- A commemorative gift featuring the historic sites on the tour
- Return transportation to Selma for the launch celebration
- A Morning of History, Storytelling, and Virginia Heritage
This is more than a book event.
It is an opportunity to walk the roads, stand inside the homes, and experience the landscapes that gave life to Bargains of Fate.
Space is limited and advance registration is required.
