Upcoming Events
Albemarle Classic
Tentatively scheduled Spring 2009
Drift back in time - to an era not so long ago - where men sporting fedoras and women in soft silky scarves
enjoyed long leisurely drives through the countryside. The Albemarle Classic is a sporting and social event
that celebrates the glorious automobiles of yesteryear. A classic car collectors´ dream, there are plenty
of magnificent motorcars to ooh and ah over and enough motor sport entertainment to keep the entire family
entertained for a fun afternoon.
Albemarle Equestrian Festival
Dates Pending
The Albemarle Equestrian Festival is destined to attract the very best hunters and show jumpers in the region.
The multi-sport event is being planned to feature an International Horse Show, 3-Day Dressage, and the Tidewater
Tournament of Champions. Internationally known equestrians have already expressed interest in participating in
what will ultimately become the premier equestrian event on the East Coast.
Albemarle Holiday Gala
Tentatively scheduled Christmas 2009
Albemarle Estate invites members and their guests to "wine and dine" in style at the Albemarle Holiday Gala.
Elegant and inviting, this annual event brings together those that share a love for classic sport and social
entertaining in celebration of the warmth and wonder of the season.
News
March 2008
Albemarle Estate´s planning and marketing efforts have taken a giant leap forward, and the development is now in
position to bring new investors on board. Planning sessions are scheduled and the stage is being set for more
concrete signs of Albemarle’s groundbreaking development.
January 2008
Town Center City Club welcomes Albemarle Estate. Ms. Barbara Lewis and her talented
staff are encouraged by Albemarle's progress and are providing display space for the estate´s development and club information within the Town
Center City Club´s reception area. For more information visit: www.towncentercityclub.com
February 2007
Engineering Team welcomes Albemarle Estate™
The capable and experienced team of professionals at Clark Nexsen sign on to assist with the Albemarle Estate development. See more of these experts at: www.clarknexsen.com
September 2006
World Famous Sporting Images Offered For Clubhouse
The curator for world-renowned photographer Julian P. Graham of Monterey, Calif.,
offers classic social and sporting images to Albemarleés clubhouse art gallery. Mr. Grahamés
wife was the creator of the Pebble Beach Concours déElegance in 1950. See more at: www.loonhill.com Monterey, California.
August 2006
Meeting With Polo Leadership Yields Great Results
Albemarle leadership travels to the Big Apple to meet with senior management at the Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation. Polo RL expresses interest in sponsorship opportunities, as well as specialty retail shops in Albemarle Estate.
August 2006
More Big Hitters Weigh In On Albemarle
Mr. Brian Redman, three-time U.S. 5000 Champion, three-time Daytona 24 Hours winner, and two-time Nurburgring 1,000K winner, meets with and tells Albemarle leadership that the Albemarle Estate concept and business plan is first-class. See more of Mr. Redman at: www.gorace.com
August 2006
Motor Racing Legends Hint That 2008 Visit & Race Likely
Motor Racing Legends chairman Mr. Duncan Wiltshire of Suffolk, England, advises Albemarle principals that they are looking at Albemarle Estate as a potential venue for a 2008 weekend meeting and exhibition race. Mr. Wiltshire says many of his colleagues would be very eager to cross the pond" with their families and machines for a weekend of socials and racing. See more at: www.motorracinglegends.com
July 2006
Grand Prix World Series Exhibition Racing Eyes Albemarle Venue
Grand Prix Masters, Ltd., headquartered in Berkshire, England, says it is tentatively looking at Albemarle for a 2008 weekend event. Stay tuned for updates. See more at: www.gpmasters.com
July 2006
Recognized Motor Sport Figure joins Albemarle Estate™ as Director
Albemarle principals announce that Rear Admiral Roger Lane-Nott of Milton Keynes, England, will serve as an Albemarle Estate™ Director. Admiral Lane-Nott is the former Club Secretary of the British Racing Drivers Club and the Silverstone Circuit, and the former Race & Safety Director for Formula One racing. He will bring a wealth of motor sport experience and international relations to Albemarle. www.brdc.co.uk
May 2006
World Class Designer To Lend Talent
Albemarle principals successfully sway the Albemarle Estate™to Ms. Jeannine Oppewall, an Oscar-nominated production designer for Universal Studios in Los Angeles, Calif. Seeing its potential as a bright star on the East Coast, Ms. Oppewall offers a design hand with the project. Ms. Oppewall is best known for her work on the movies Seabiscuit, Bridges of Madison County, Pleasantville, and L.A. Confidential. See her work at: www.seabiscuitmovie.com
September 2005
Marketing and Public Relations Pros Identified
Albemarle Estate™ & Motor Sport Club identifies its marketing and public relations agencies. Rourk Public Relations, Harness Media Group and Thomas Communications Group begin the initial rollout of the Albemarle Estate™ with a dynamic Web site, membership information brief, and a media plan.
September 2004
Albemarle Founders Invited To England
Albemarle founders are invited by Alan and Desiré Wilson of the internationally recognized Wilson Motorsport, Inc., to the 2004 "Goodwood Revival" in Sussex County, England, for a fantastic weekend of classic racing and socials.
