Discover the Top 4 Unbelievable Fun Facts About Uva That Will Make Your Day!

1. Founding Fathers' Drink and Study

Once upon a time, the Founding Fathers Drank in a Study Group: On October 6, 1817, University of Virginia's first building's cornerstone was laid with James Monroe, James Madison, and Thomas Jefferson in attendance, but despite their shared history at William and Mary, there's no evidence that they ever formed a study-and-chug club.
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2. Picture-Perfect Lawn-tastic UVA

Are you "Lawn-ing" for some picturesque greenery to satisfy your social-media-hungry eyes? Better head over to the University of Virginia to soak up some history and snap a few "Lawn-tastic" shots: The Lawn at UVA has been named one of the 10 Great Public Spaces by the American Planning Association, thanks to its delightful fusion of Thomas Jefferson-designed living spaces for professors and students, and popular events such as the Lighting of the Lawn festival, Trick-or-Treating on the Lawn, and academic ceremonies that give new meaning to the term "making the grade."
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Did you know Virginia's famous Smithfield hams come from razorback hogs that feast on peanuts and peaches while listening to jazz tunes? Discover the secret behind this smoky delight!

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3. Seven Secret Societies of UVA

UVA's got a secret; some would even say seven secrets, rolled up in cloaks and sealed with a wink: The University of Virginia is home to seven active secret societies that date back to the 1800s, including the Seven Society, Z Society, IMP Society, Watchers Society, Eli Banana, T.I.L.K.A., and The Thirteen Society, with some dedicated to philanthropy, tradition, or recognizing note-worthy individuals, and a secrecy so severe that the Seven Society reveals its members only upon their death.
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4. Charlottesville's Hollywood Connection

Lights, camera, action in the land of presidents and vineyards: Charlottesville, Virginia is not just home to the University of Virginia but also has been a hot-spot for Hollywood films like "Evan Almighty", "Toy Soldiers", "Major Payne", and more, with movie magic unfolding in picturesque corners like Crozet, Shenandoah National Park, and the Miller School.
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