Join your Ruffner cousins in Luray, Virginia, June 18–20, 2027, for a history-filled and fun-filled weekend of family, food, activities, storytelling, guest speakers, raffles, and more.
This year’s reunion includes a streamlined agenda with more free time to explore Luray and Page County and spend time visiting with family.
Register early and save 10% when your registration is received by December 31, 2026.
Your donation will help relocate & preserve the historic Joseph Ruffner Cabin.
Send a check:
Friends of Malden Village
Attention: Larry Rowe
4200 Malden Dr. Charleston, WV 25306
ruffner family association
The story of the Ruffner family is the American story. In 1734, Swiss immigrants Peter Ruffner and his sister Mary arrived in the American colonies in search of a new life free from religious persecution. They settled in Pennsylvania, where Peter soon met his wife. Together, they laid the foundations of a family line that would stretch across centuries and help shape the American frontier.
The Ruffner family homestead, known as Big Spring, still stands as a symbol of those early beginnings. Built by Peter and Mary in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, this historic home—marked by a roadside billboard near Luray—became the heart of Ruffner heritage. Nearby, the family cemetery holds generations of Ruffner’s, connecting us to the people and stories that came before.
What a joy it was to see so many Ruffner family members come together in Luray, Virginia for our 2025 Reunion! We’re grateful for every hug, story, and smile shared as we continue to honor and preserve our cherished family history. Be sure to watch the video above capturing some of the weekend’s special moments — and don’t forget to visit the gallery from this year’s reunion, along with many others from years past, as we celebrate generations of connection and love.
View 2025 Reunion Videos
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