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Photo Gallery: Viking Village brings Norse history to Lilyfest

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ROCKBRIDGE, Ohio (WOUB) — Take the right path from Lilyfest’s tranquil gardens and you’ll be transported back to a bygone Viking era.

Lilyfest’s Viking Village located in the Bishop Educational Gardens had actors dressed in authentic period clothing demonstrating ancient Norse crafts like blacksmithing, open-fire cooking and leather crafting.

Terry Griner, a blacksmith, practices traditional Viking metalworking techniques in Lily fest's Viking Village on July 14, 2023, in Rockbridge. [Ahmed Hamed | WOUB]
Johan Oakenbear, the Viking chef, prepares traditional Viking food in Lily fest's immersive Viking Village during the festival. on July 14, 2023, in Rockbridge. [Ahmed Hamed | WOUB]
Jennifer Stewart, a kitchen assistant, participates in the cooking activities of Lilyfest's lively Viking Village during the festival. on July 14, 2023, in Rockbridge. [Ahmed Hamed | WOUB]
Traditional Viking Tafl game on display in Lilyfest's enchanting Viking Village during the festival. on July 14, 2023, in Rockbridge. [Ahmed Hamed | WOUB]
Shane Day demonstrating the art of traditional Viking card weaving in Lilyfest's immersive Viking Village during the festival. On July 14, 2023, in Rockbridge. [Ahmed Hamed | WOUB]
Viking Village at Lilyfest, offering an immersive experience into the world of ancient Norse culture during the festival. On July 14, 2023, in Rockbridge. [Ahmed Hamed | WOUB]