Natural Bridge Chapter

Glasgow is situated in Rockbridge County, five miles from the famous Natural Bridge, from which the county derives its name. As the Natural Bridge is closely associated with traditions, history, and romance of America, it met the requirements of the National Society that the name of a Chapter have a historical connection.

George Washington surveyed the Bridge about 1750. His initials, "G.W." are carved on the Bridge twenty-three feet above Cedar Creek which runs under it. In 1774, Thomas Jefferson bought the Bridge and 157 surrounding acres from King George III of England for twenty shillings. He surveyed this land in 1802 and with his own hands made a map of the Bridge and surrounding land.

Legend has it that the Monocans called it "The Bridge of God". The Great Father set the Bridge before their people when a passageway was needed across the deep abyss. While fleeing from the Shawnee and Powhatans, the Monocans came upon the deep canyon. In desperation, they called upon the Great Spirit to save them from their enemies. As they looked again, a great stone bridge spanned the mighty chasm. After crossing to the other side in safety, the Monocans held the bridge against their pursuing enemies. They then worshipped it, calling it "The Bridge of God".