Celebrate America's 250th Birthday - Colonial Style! Starting Saturday, June 14th (yes, that's Flag Day!), your child is invited to step back in time with Create & Play the Colonial Way at Art Cart Kids. T hese playful, hands-on classes are de... Read More

Racing the Night. The Teenage Girl Who Saved the American Revolution Live Performance: By the spring of 1781, the War for Independence had dragged into its fifth year since the signing of the Declaration of Independence (the sixth since Lexington a... Read More

The Alleghany Highlands VA250 Committee is proud to be bringing the VA250 Mobile Museum to the Alleghany Highlands of Virginia! The mobile Museum is A hands-on, interactive, and immersive "museum on wheels". The VA250 Mobile Museum Experience titled... Read More

What's Happening? Join members of the VMHC education team for thirty-minute highlight tours as they offer you an introduction to our newest exhibition, Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation. FAQs: Do I need to register for this e... Read More

Pay tribute to the oldest military decoration in the U.S. at the home of its founder, George Washington. Join Mount Vernon and members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart for the estates official National Purple Heart Day Commemoration Cerem... Read More

Enjoy a day at Lee Hall Mansion that is all about balloons! This family-friendly program will include a balloon-themed puppet show and hands-on history and science tables. You will also be able to take a guided tour of the historic house and learn ab... Read More

The Frontier Culture Museum is participating in the Commonwealth’s Day of Play! As part of the Reclaiming Childhood Initiative, the Governor’s Office is hosting the inaugural Commonwealth Day of Play to raise awareness and inspire collective acti... Read More

The main event of the celebration is the recreation of Lafayette’s visit to Leesburg in 1825 featuring portrayals of Lafayette, President James Monroe, local dignitaries, and patriotic music.... Read More

Join our yoga instructor for an hour long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. A gentle flow yoga class. We will build heat with sun salutations then progress to balance, deep stretching and finally relaxation. Please bring water, a towe... Read More

Tour through the historic tavern led by students 4th grade and older; includes activity stations about period clothing and chocolate making. ... Read More

August of 1825 saw thousands of excited citizens crowd the steps of the Leesburg Courthouse as numerous toasts celebrated the visit by American Revolutionary hero the Marquis de Lafayette as part of a nation-wide tour. Exactly 200 years later, join V... Read More

Bring your whole family to Ben Lomond Historic Site to learn about cornhusk dolls, a popular children’s toy in the 19th century. Then, make your own cornhusk doll to take home with you. Children must be accompanied by an adult.... Read More

In 1613 one of the most famous events in early American history happened on the Northern Neck, at the Patawomeck village of Passapatanzy in modern-day King George County. The kidnapping of Pocahontas has been portrayed in history and popular culture ... Read More

The term "Hessian" refers to the approximately 30,000 German troops hired by the British to help fight during the American Revolution. Today, on the 250th anniversary of the first landing of German soldiery in America as "auxiliaries" of King George ... Read More

On August 14th, Virago Spirits and the VMHC will highlight Clementina Rind from the VMHC Give Me Liberty exhibition – the first major exhibition in the US to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. Rind took over her husband’s printing office ... Read More

Join our semiquincentennial celebrations this summer! We have special after-hours programming for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Test yourself- would you have been a patriot or a loyalist? Join in the defense of Virginia and enlist... Read More

August 15, 2025 will represent the 80th anniversary of Victory Over Japan (V-J) Day, a historic moment in the events leading to the end of World War II. In honor of this landmark anniversary in history, the MacArthur Memorial in partnership with the ... Read More

Join Poplar Forest for the 13th annual Face the Forest Obstacle Course Run! Challenge yourself to beat the clock as you take on a 3.1-mile obstacle race through the grounds of Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest plantation, encountering obstacles (and s... Read More

What's Happening? Join members of the VMHC education team for thirty-minute highlight tours as they offer you an introduction to our newest exhibition, Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation. FAQs: Do I need to register for this e... Read More

Do you have what it takes to be a spy? Solve secret messages, follow clues, and try to traverse the property without getting lost or captured! Information: leh@henrico.gov... Read More

Historical Re-Enactments Featuring 60-minute performances and 15-minute Q&As! The Marquis de Lafayette Performed by Charles Wissinger Living Historian Charles Wissinger presents the Marquis de Lafayette, the marvelously fascinating gentleman fr... Read More

Two-day Native American cultural celebration, including music, dance, food, educational exhibits, displays and crafts. The pow wow is located at the end of Pembroke Lane, which runs off Godwin Boulevard (across from Oakland Elementary School) in the ... Read More

Join us on Saturday, August 16, from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m., for a special afternoon of public programming on the Marquis de Lafayette’s friendship with James Monroe as Highland commemorates the final leg of Lafayette’s 1825 return tour to the United ... Read More

Join us for a one-hour tour where we explore exhibitions in our contemporary gallery or the history of Charlottesville through our permanent exhibition, Pride Overcomes Prejudice. Tours are given by our Center for Local Knowledge and our Learning and... Read More

Don’t Be Late for a Very Important Date! Movie at the Mill - White Rabbit Tea Party, Saturday, August 16, 2-4 p.m., $15 Step into a storybook afternoon at Colvin Run Mill! Enjoy tea with delightful sweet and savory treats, make whimsical crafts, ... Read More

Join Patrick Henry Jolly on a pop-up Lantern Tour of Red Hill on Saturday, August 16, at 7:00 pm. Patrick will show visitors around the historic grounds, including Quarter Place, the Henry House, and the Henry family cemetery. Space is limited to 25 ... Read More

Join guest Interpreter Dr. William Hartland on Saturday, August 16th, as he shares the truly scary world of medicine in the 18th century. After the presentation, Scotchtown staff will lead you on a guided tour through the manor house where Henry, his... Read More

Tour through the historic tavern led by students 4th grade and older; includes activity stations about period clothing and chocolate making. ... Read More

On August 17th, Dan Kegley and Isaac Freeman will be doing a joint program on two of their ancestors titled, "Salling and Sinclair - Adventurers and Settlers." Salling and Sinclair were some of the earliest settlers in the region. This event is free ... Read More

Explore Colvin Run Mill to see how it operated in 1811. Hear and feel the Mill grinding grain. Learn about Oliver Evans and his first US patents that revolutionized food production. Try your hands at simple machines. Visit the 19th century Miller's H... Read More

Save the Date for the VA250 Mobile Museum visit to Culpeper. A hands-on, interactive, and immersive "museum on wheels," the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience titled "Out of Many, One" is housed in a quad-expandable tractor trailer that is traveling t... Read More

Join us for a talk by historian and author Brent Tarter, who will discuss Dunmore’s War of 1774. Consisting of one battle only, the event was either the last of the colonial Virginia wars with members of First Nations tribes or the first battle of ... Read More

Join us on August 21, 2025, at 7 PM, as the U.S. Air Force Airmen of Note perform at the National Museum of the Marine Corps! The Airmen of Note, stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., is one of six musical ensembles that f... Read More

Music was everywhere in colonial-era Virginia. In taverns and private homes, at formal performances, and casually around the campfire, music and dance filled daily life. Join the VMHC for a hands-on exploration of colonial-era music and dancing. ... Read More

While our daily tours give visitors a good overview of life on the Thoroughgood property, our weekly summer Focus Tours provide a deeper dive into specific areas of interest. Please click on the individual tour titles below for a detailed description... Read More

Historian Kate Livie presents "Chesapeake's Showboat: The James Adams Floating Theater 1914-1941," an entertaining look at the James Adams Floating Theater, a real-life "magical little showboat" that entertained people along the waterways of the Ches... Read More

Staff members at Carlyle House Historic Park and the Lee-Fendall House Museum combine their knowledge to create bi-weekly trivia nights throughout the summer in the beautiful gardens of the Lee-Fendall House. Test your knowledge on everything from po... Read More

To commemorate the Bicentennial of Lafayette's visit, several organizations have combined efforts for a full of events! Event details are still being formulated, so stay tuned. On Saturday morning the Military Reception will be held at Greenwood Es... Read More

CCHA is proud to partner with other local historical organizations as we welcome back The Slave Dwelling Project to the Burwell-Morgan Mill as part of the Hungry for History program. Members of the Slave Dwelling Project will be on hand to discuss th... Read More

What's Happening? Join members of the VMHC education team for thirty-minute highlight tours as they offer you an introduction to our newest exhibition, Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation. FAQs: Do I need to register for this e... Read More

Spend the weekend in Culpeper celebrating General Lafayette's triumphant return! Co-Hosts and Event Sponsors - American Friends of Lafayette, Liberty Hall Polo Club, SAR Culpeper Minute Men Chapter, DAR Culpeper Minute Men Chapter, Town of Culpepe... Read More

Step into the past and dance beneath the stars at Lafayette’s Bicentennial Grand Ball at Mountain Run Winery! Sunsets in Virginia's summertime are magical, add in the soft strains of a live quartet filling the air, and the graceful calls of Danc... Read More

Established in 1976 - the year of the U.S. Bicentennial! - the Rockbridge Community Festival is a one-of-a-kind festival and features local vendors, including arts and crafts, local organizations, family fun, live music, and great vendors! Admissi... Read More

Celebrate Virginia’s largest native fruit at Historic Endview's fifth annual Pawpaw Festival, presented in partnership with the Virginia Peninsula Master Naturalists! Enjoy free pawpaw tastings, raffles for pawpaw saplings, and for a $5 donation... Read More

This 80th anniversary living history event brings to life the experiences of fighting abroad and the war on the home front during World War II. Guests will have the chance to learn from living historians portraying soldiers who fought in WWII and abo... Read More

Tour through the historic tavern led by students 4th grade and older; includes activity stations about period clothing and chocolate making. ... Read More

Join us in the heart of Horse Country for a once-in-a-generation sporting event that honors America’s first alliance. The Colonial Allies Challenge Cup is an international military polo tournament featuring active-duty officers from the United Stat... Read More

Thomas Balch Library will host Daniel J. Sieh presenting "Asia and Asians in the 18th Century Mid-Atlantic." Asia was known for centuries in Europe, and the British were keen to profit off the exotic goods through commerce. This trade was far from... Read More

Support Chesterfield’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution! Visit a hands-on interactive museum on wheels that highlights key stories of Virginia’s rich history. The museum will be open Wednesday August 27-Saturday Aug... Read More

Join our yoga instructor for an hour long Yoga class on Carlyle's Magnolia Terrace. Afterwards, enjoy a mocktail with yoga participants and staff. Mocktails will change based on the month and will be announced on our social media! Yoga Happy Hours ar... Read More

Commemorate #VA250 in Richmond with the Valentine! Step into the past in Shockoe Bottom, one of Richmond’s oldest historic districts, to learn about the struggles for freedom that shaped our nation. Join Richmond’s most experienced guides as we e... Read More

Homeschool students are welcome to step back in time to 1790s Philadelphia with Mount Vernon’s roleplaying experience, the Situation Room. During this 75-minute game, students will take on the role of several historical figures to see how their ... Read More

The Ordnance Training Support Facility contains 250 years of Army materiel, from tanks to self-propelled guns, troop transports, howitzers and surface-to-air missiles. Typically the facility is only used for Soldier training, but in observance of the... Read More

Tour through the historic tavern led by students 4th grade and older; includes activity stations about period clothing and chocolate making. ... Read More

Discover the lives of two men that changed Virginia history. Learn about their complex lives and how they both met the challenge of being enslaved in a country that said: "all men are created equal." Information: sch107@henrico.gov... Read More

Join author and historian Andrew Lawler as he discusses his book A Perfect Frenzy: A Royal Governor, His Black Allies, and the Crisis That Spurred the American Revolution. Books will be available in the museum gift shop and Mr. Lawler will be availab... Read More

Thomas Jefferson was a man of many varied interests. Join us at the house he deemed "the best dwelling house in the state" as we delve into topics he found particularly fascinating: from the arts to agriculture, literature to wine, philosophy to nat... Read More

The 12th Annual Maupintown Film Festival returns to Charlottesville's historic Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, September 5-7, 2025, with a powerful lineup of films that celebrate the bold resistance and enduring beauty of Black his... Read More

Commemorate #VA250 in Richmond with the Valentine! American Revolutionary Patrick Henry once shouted the legendary words, “Give me liberty or give me death!” in this iconic Richmond district. Join the most experienced guides in Richmond to explor... Read More

Commemorate #VA250 in Richmond with the Valentine! American Revolutionary Patrick Henry once shouted the legendary words, "Give me liberty or give me death!" in this iconic Richmond district. Join the most experienced guides in Richmond to explore th... Read More

Join us for a deep dive into one of America’s first great legal spectacles, the treason trial of Aaron Burr! In the summer of 1807, the national spotlight landed on Richmond’s Court End neighborhood as Chief Justice John Marshall deliberated the ... Read More

Today in 1757, the Marquis de Lafayette was born. Join us for this event...and a celebratory dessert. On the 267th anniversary of Lafayette’s birth, we will tell the story of how this young French general helped win our War of Independence to ... Read More

Join us for an educational and fun tour of Government Island Park. The tour will include historical details about the limestone industry in Stafford County by historian, Jerrilynn Eby MacGregor, demonstrations of the mining process by past Stafford C... Read More

The 17th century was a time of violent upheaval and social unrest. St. Luke's Historic Church & Museum will explore these colonial conflicts in an upcoming living history event. Throughout the event, visitors can engage with period vendors, observe h... Read More

Join the Friends of Green Spring Gardens (FROGS) and test your knowledge at our Sensational Sports Themed Trivia Night! Grab your family and friends and join us at the Gazebo for an evening of fun. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs for your team. This i... Read More

SAVE THE DATE! In central Virginia, the underlying bedrock is typically concealed beneath the region's verdant green hills, but at Highland and in the Blue Ridge foothills the bedrock records a long and exciting history that goes back more than a ... Read More

This annual event hosted by the Norfolk Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, representing Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Portsmouth, is open to the public. Senior military officers from France, Britain, and the US will This gather to commemorate... Read More

Step into the solar system, become the planets, and discover how 18th-century scientists viewed the stars (or skies).... Read More

Join us for a 45-minute guided walking tour of the town as we explore how the youngest residents of Williamsburg are represented in the laws of the time. ... Read More

What was the lesson of a Virginia student like? What skills did a colonial English society value? How did the day of an enslaved black student differ from other children living in Williamsburg? Join us at the Bray School and participate in a reading ... Read More

The same plants grown at George Washington's estate can now adorn your garden. Shop for seasonal color and heirloom plants along with native perennials, trees, and shrubs grown at Mount Vernon. The exclusive General's Choice plant line features pl... Read More

Join us for a deep dive into one of America’s first great legal spectacles, the treason trial of Aaron Burr! In the summer of 1807, the national spotlight landed on Richmond’s Court End neighborhood as Chief Justice John Marshall deliberated the ... Read More

South Boston, VA - A Pomeroy Marker Dedication Ceremony will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025. This will start at 11:00AM. Oak Ridge Cemetery 2712 North Main Street South Boston, VA 24592 Color Guard members are asked to attend in uni... Read More

Join us as we welcome America's 5th president, James Monroe, back to Aldie Mill, a place he knows well from his residence at nearby Oak Hill. Colonel Monroe, as he prefers to be known, will discuss the August 1825 visit by his friend and Revolutionar... Read More

Join us for "Farewell to Lafayette," an all-day commemorative event marking the close of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824–1825 Farewell Tour of the United States. The day will honor Lafayette’s legacy and reflect on his enduring influence on Ame... Read More

The Central Rappahannock Regional Library is hosting four book discussions in celebration of America’s semiquincentennial. The first will be held at the historic Rising Sun Tavern in Fredericksburg and will discuss From Trenton to Yorktown: Turning... Read More

Genealogy is everywhere-online, on screens, and through organizations and conferences and more. But technologies aside, genealogy was everywhere in the eighteenth century, too. And while we may think of eighteenth-century Americans as largely the s... Read More

The Veteran Service Organization Carry the Load visits the Alexandria National Cemetery (1450 Wilkes Street) to "scrub the tombstones" of over 4,200 Veteran graves. In collaboration with the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs and VFW Post 609.... Read More

Home Educators’ Living History Day at Patrick Henry’s Red Hill. Join us for a fun-filled day at Red Hill exclusively for homeschool families from 10:30am-12:30pm on September 12, 2025. The picturesque grounds will be open for tours, which inclu... Read More

Join the Poplar Forest’s African American Advisory Group, interpretation and archaeology staff, and the Board of Directors for the Roots and Reconnection Festival, a special event to honor, celebrate, and educate about the life, culture, and h... Read More

Explore the world of portraits at Jamestown Settlement. Create a family portrait with a green screen, draw a portrait based on one that you see, and decide whose portraits are missing from history. Family Days are designed to engage the whole family... Read More

Visit camps of local militia, camp followers, and Hessians on the beautiful grounds of Abram's Delight Museum. Free and open to the public. ... Read More

Step back in time at Colonial Market & Fair, featuring food and wares made by colonial artisans. Hear live music from the colonial era, play 18th-century games, and watch craftspeople demonstrate period crafting techniques. Artisans from acro... Read More

Join the 7th Virginia Regiment as they reenact PH’s appointment to the 1st Virginia Regiment prior to his departure to take command in Williamsburg! It is September 1775 and Virginia’s counties in accordance with the 3rd Virginia Convention's... Read More

Join fellow astronomers, star-gazing enthusiasts, and Red Hill staff for a Star Party on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 8pm. Telescopes will be available for viewing or feel free to bring your own! Admission is free, but please register in advance. ... Read More

Gabriel Neville will speak about "The Hite and Bowman Families in the Virginia Continental Line" in honor of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, the Revolutionary War, and the Independence of the United States. Gabriel Nevil... Read More

Join us on Tuesday, September 16th for an engaging Tea Talk as we delve into the fascinating legacy of the oldest patriotic organization in the United States. Founded in 1783, the Society was created by officers of the Continental Army who served tog... Read More

Join Christy S. Coleman, Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation executive director, as she sits down with James Pepper Henry, chair of the Kaw Nation and one of the nation’s leading public historians. The program is the fourth in the six-part Director’s S... Read More

Learn the powerful story of Judith Jackson, an enslaved woman who sought freedom by joining with British forces during the Revolutionary War. Historian and author Adam Xavier McNeil shares Judith's incredible story and those of other enslaved mothers... Read More

The Walter W. Craigie Speaker Series Presents Dr. Rosemarie Zagarri Women and Politics in Revolutionary America Includes a pre-talk reception with a chance to meet the speaker. Reception begins at 5:30 PM. Beer, wine, and light hors d’oeu... Read More

Join us on Saturday, September 20th for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, education, and community at Yorktown Battlefield as we gather for an exclusive sneak peek screening of acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns's highly anticipated documentary, "T... Read More

Join us for a one-hour tour where we explore exhibitions in our contemporary gallery or the history of Charlottesville through our permanent exhibition, Pride Overcomes Prejudice. Tours are given by our Center for Local Knowledge and our Learning and... Read More

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery. In 1799, George Washington's distillery produced nearly 11,000 gallons, making it one of the largest whiskey distilleries in Ame... Read More

Mount Vernon invites neurodivergent individuals and their families to explore the estate for a sensory-friendly morning. Take a special self-guided tour of the historic area, explore the rooms on-view in the Mansion, and participate in hands-on a... Read More

Did you know Alexandria was home to one of the most revered female fundraisers of the American Revolution, or that President Woodrow Wilson sent an Alexandria women on a mission aboard a U.S. battleship? Join Alexandria Celebrates Women (ACW) on a th... Read More

Join the Smyth County Museum in celebrating VA250! John Likins will present a program on a mapping project he as been working on to better document Smyth County cemeteries, particularly burial sites of Revolutionary War Patriots within the county. ... Read More

The destruction of Washington in 1814 by the invading British challenged President James Monroe and architect Benjamin Latrobe with the task of rebuilding the destroyed edifices of the city's public buildings. As symbols of the aspirations of the Rep... Read More

Home Educators’ Living History Day at Patrick Henry’s Red Hill. Join us for a fun-filled day at Red Hill exclusively for homeschool families from 10:30am-12:30pm on September 26, 2025. The picturesque grounds will be open for tours, which inclu... Read More

Commemorate #VA250 in Richmond with the Valentine! American Revolutionary Patrick Henry once shouted the legendary words, "Give me liberty or give me death!" in this iconic Richmond district. Join the most experienced guides in Richmond to explore th... Read More

In 1775, a group of Baptist Believers met in the south western part of Buckingham County, Virginia in an area known as Maynard's Corner and formed what is today known as Liberty Chapel Baptist Church. Under the leadership of Elder Gabriel Walker, who... Read More

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery. In 1799, George Washington's distillery produced nearly 11,000 gallons, making it one of the largest whiskey distilleries in Ame... Read More

George Washington was the only Founder to present a plan to free his enslaved workers, but he lived with slavery and off slavery throughout his life. In this assessment of Washington and slavery, Professor Henriques attempts to examine the dilemma Wa... Read More

SAVE THE DATE! Today’s landscape is formed in part by human activities past and present. Highland and the on-campus Institute for Integrative Conservation have collaborated on a series of high-impact projects that have built new perspectives on Hi... Read More

Join Patrick Henry’s Red Hill and members of the descendant community to honor the life and legacy of Red Hill’s enslaved population and their descendants. Doors open at 10:00 am with an opportunity to speak with partner museums and organizations... Read More

Today, in advance of the October 13 anniversary, we recognize the beginning of the United States Navy with the story of Isle of Wight County's own Revolutionary War hero, experienced maritime authority and member of the first six United States Congre... Read More

Tours offered at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. An amateur archaeologist known to have studied Native American material culture, Thomas Jefferson would surely be fascinated by the more than 400,000 artifacts found on the Poplar Forest grounds since 1986. Join P... Read More

Taste unlimited samples from Virginia's finest wineries at Mount Vernon’s Fall Wine Festival. Relax on the east lawn overlooking the Potomac River as you experience George Washington’s estate after hours. Purchase a VIP table to receive admissi... Read More

This lecture is number three of a four-part speaker series from the Friends of the Naval Shipyard Museum. This lecture will focus on 250 Years of U.S. Navy Medicine. This week's speaker will be André Sobocinski, Renowned Historian- U.S. Navy Bu... Read More

Once again, the skies over Culpeper County will roar with the thunder of historic and high-performance aircraft this October 11th, along with an expanded program that promises fun for the whole family. Free again to the public this year, the show wil... Read More

Presented by Wes Barta, Christine Russ, and Task Force ONTOS of the National Museum of the Marine Corps. Explore the 250 years of the United States Marine Corps, from the defense of the New Republic and birth of the USMC as a Global Expeditionary For... Read More

Join Pamplin Historical Park’s Zachary Pittard, Director of Education & Interpretation and Aaron Stoyack, Park Ranger, for a tour examining "United At What Cost: Petersburg in War and Peace, 1781 and 1865." Follow the events and visit sites from t... Read More

Join Pamplin Historical Park’s Zachary Pittard, Director of Education & Interpretation and Aaron Stoyack, Park Ranger, for a tour examining "United At What Cost: Petersburg in War and Peace, 1781 and 1865." Follow the events and visit sites from t... Read More

Join Pamplin Historical Park’s Zachary Pittard, Director of Education & Interpretation and Aaron Stoyack, Park Ranger, for a tour examining "United At What Cost: Petersburg in War and Peace, 1781 and 1865." Follow the events and visit sites from t... Read More

Join Lucia Butler and Margaret Dudley, Staff Archaeologists at Red Hill, as they discuss the summer 2025 archaeological excavation of two cabins on Quarter Place. About the talk: On Quarter Place, the remains of two log cabins offer a glimpse into ... Read More

Did you know the rise of paranormal programming in Alexandria coincided with the bicentennial in 1976? Learn why some spirit-full legends made the cut and morphed into ghost stories while others faded away.... Read More

Join us as we explore this 18th, 19th, 20th and 21st century site and share the story of its beginnings as well as a few tales of capers and duels. This tour begins at Boykin’s Tavern, 17146 Monument Circle, Isle of Wight.... Read More

Did you know Alexandria was home to one of the most revered female fundraisers of the American Revolution, or that President Woodrow Wilson sent an Alexandria women on a mission aboard a U.S. battleship? Join Alexandria Celebrates Women (ACW) on a th... Read More

On October 19th, Michael Henningsen will portray Lord Dunmore and give a history of the significance of the Abingdon Muster Grounds. Michael is a historical interpreter at the Muster Grounds. This event is free to attend.... Read More

Presented by Dr. Jason Sellers, University of Mary Washington. The colonial unrest that led to the American Revolution offered opportunities for diverse Americans to pursue freedom. This program will discuss the roles Native nations on Virginia�... Read More

Join Christy S. Coleman, Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation executive director, as she sits down with Michele Norris, is an award-winning journalist and one of the most recognized voices in radio, serving as host of National Public Radio’s "All Things C... Read More

"Family Frights at Jamestown Settlement," a Halloween-themed museum night for children and families, returns with a scary good time on Friday and Saturday, October 24 and 25, from 6 to 9 p.m. As the sun goes down, Jamestown Settlement's outdoor ar... Read More

Regimental colours, the flags carried into battle to identify the individual regiments that made up the armies of the day, were important military accoutrements throughout the eighteenth century, particularly in North America, where regimental flags ... Read More

Mount Vernon invites neurodivergent individuals and their families to explore the estate for a sensory-friendly morning. Take a special self-guided tour of the historic area, explore the rooms on-view in the Mansion, and participate in hands-on a... Read More

This lecture is the last lecture of a four-part speaker series from the Friends of the Naval Shipyard Museum. This lecture with talk about the 250 Years of Service to the U.S. Navy. This week's speaker will be Marcus Robbins, Norfolk Naval Shipyar... Read More

Presented by Jarod Kearney of the James Monroe Museum. Many family artifacts are passed down from generation to generation. Understanding the proper way to store, care for, preserve, and protect these items are critical to their prolonged continuance... Read More

Local historian, Rich Gillespie will lead a historic walking tour, Leesburg, Loudoun and the American Revolution on Saturday, November 1, beginning at 10 a.m. This two-hour event will begin at the Thomas Balch Library parking lot. In the decade that ... Read More

Inspired by the musical Hamilton, learn how the paths of Washington, Lafayette, Jefferson, Madison, and Burr all intersected with this local tavern. Includes discussion of the issues they faced and how their choices impacted local citizens.... Read More

Visit the Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum to enjoy 18th century living history along with the visit of the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience. ... Read More

Nov. 7 noon - kickoff with Rotary flags, food trucks and music Nov. 8 USMC Ball with pageant Nov. 9 Veteran Organizations Open House... Read More

Heritage Day returns for its 14th anniversary and features cider pressing, mill grinding, re-enactors, blacksmithing and more. This year's festivities will also feature numerous other historic organizations from around the area and will incorporate ... Read More

Eat, drink, shop and explore a gem of American history when the Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival returns to Thomas Jefferson's south lawn. Join Poplar Forest in celebrating Jefferson's legacy as the father of Virginia wine with tastings from multiple r... Read More

Inspired by the musical Hamilton, learn how the paths of Washington, Lafayette, Jefferson, Madison, and Burr all intersected with this local tavern. Includes discussion of the issues they faced and how their choices impacted local citizens.... Read More

Our Veterans Day programming begins at 10 a.m. with a ceremony on Palace Green honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. This stirring tribute is presented in partnership with the Williamsburg Chapter of the Sons o... Read More

This commemoration of the 68 Alexandrians who died fighting the Vietnam War will be held at the Rocky Versace Plaza.... Read More

Presented by Wes Barta, Christine Russ, and Task Force ONTOS of the National Museum of the Marine Corps. Explore the 250 years of the United States Marine Corps, from the defense of the New Republic and birth of the USMC as a Global Expeditionary For... Read More

Join us as we rediscover the lost landscape of the Algonquian Nation and the Dougue tribe during this boardwalk tour. Help us celebrate Native American Heritage Month.... Read More

Mark your calendars for a historic journey as Virginia Beach comes alive on Saturday, November 15, 2025, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Skirmish at Kemp's Landing! On November 15 in 1775, patriots faced off against British forces in a d... Read More

Did you know Alexandria was home to one of the most revered female fundraisers of the American Revolution, or that President Woodrow Wilson sent an Alexandria women on a mission aboard a U.S. battleship? Join Alexandria Celebrates Women (ACW) on a th... Read More

Come explore the special exhibition, "Lewis Cass White: Preserving the Legacy of Fort Stevens," at Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site. The exhibition highlights the efforts of a Civil War veteran to recognize and preserve the site of Fort Stevens, wher... Read More

Join Christy S. Coleman, Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation executive director, as she sits down with Rick Atkinson is a historian and award-winning author, most recently, of "The British Are Coming: The War for America, Lexington to Princeton, 1775-1777,... Read More

n the late 19th century, Prince William County witnessed a tragic and violent episode of vigilante justice. The story revolves around a group of tenant farmers accused of robbery and murder, crimes that unsettled the local community. With tensions ru... Read More

Long Branch will host a series of teas at the house during the Give Me Liberty exhibit period, in which guests can learn about how tea – so loved among colonists, yet taxed as an import by the British – added to the list of grievances against the... Read More

Celebrate National Gingerbread Cookie Day on November 21 by going back in time 250 years! Munch on some gingerbread cookies while listening to the children's book, Gingerbread for Liberty. Discover the fascinating story of how a gingerbread baker hel... Read More

Celebrate Virginia Cider Week! With a special tasting event on the grounds of historic Lloyd House in Old Town Alexandria. Event ticket includes cider tastings, live music, a tasting glass, and a little history too!... Read More

Long before microwaves, electric stoves and refrigerators, early Virginians prepared meals in clay pots and iron kettles and preserved food by smoking and salt curing. This Thanksgiving holiday, explore culinary practices and cooking techniques of th... Read More

Long before microwaves, electric stoves and refrigerators, early Virginians prepared meals in clay pots and iron kettles, and preserved food by smoking and salt curing. This Thanksgiving holiday, dig into the foodways of 17th- and 18th-century Americ... Read More

Stroll through seasonal decorations that reflect the historical time periods of the house. ... Read More

Join us at St. Luke's Historic Church & Museum this holiday season for an afternoon of traditional English Christmas music! Tim and Judy Olbrych will present a special program featuring voice and lute. Selections include both familiar and lesser-know... Read More

Don’t just learn about Revolutionary history--experience it! Join us as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Great Bridge, which took place December 9, 1775. Often called "Virginia’s Bunker Hill," this short but intense battle wa... Read More

Learn about local architecture as you decorate a flat "facade" (front) based on historic buildings around Gadsby's Tavern Museum. Ticket includes one flat gingerbread façade, all the supplies needed to decorate, and admission to the museum. ... Read More

The Battle of Great Bridge took place on December 9, 1775, in Great Bridge over a narrow bridge that crossed the southern branch of the Elizabeth River. The bridge was a key part of the main road connecting Norfolk to North Carolina, and the battle u... Read More

Tours offered on Dec. 13 and Dec. 20 at 11 a.m. Enjoy Poplar Forest decked out for the holidays on this special daytime tour that focuses on holiday traditions of the Jefferson time period. These hour-long, docent guided tours explore how Jefferson ... Read More

Dinners held on December 13 and 20 at 6:30 p.m. Step back in time to experience the magic of Christmas past at a seated holiday dinner in Thomas Jefferson's villa. Join Mr. Jefferson, as portrayed by actor Bill Barker, to celebrate the season with a... Read More

Presented by Connie S. Schroeder. Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, was the only member of the British peerage to permanently reside in British America and owned the Northern Neck Proprietary in the Colony of Virginia. A close friend of Ge... Read More

VFW Post 609, various other Veteran Service Organizations, and the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs welcome Alexandria's public to join the annual posting of Veterans Remembrance Wreaths on the over 4,200 graves at the Alexandria National Cemetery.... Read More

At Jamestown Settlement, a museum 17th-century Virginia, enjoy interpretive programs that compare and contrast English holiday traditions. Indoors, experience refreshed permanent exhibition galleries that share stories of Powhatan Indian, Engli... Read More

At the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, enjoy 18th-century holiday traditions with interpretive programs. Hear accounts of Christmas and winter in military encampments during the war and glimpse farm holiday preparations. In the Continental Ar... Read More

Did you know Alexandria was home to one of the most revered female fundraisers of the American Revolution, or that President Woodrow Wilson sent an Alexandria women on a mission aboard a U.S. battleship? Join Alexandria Celebrates Women (ACW) on a th... Read More

Presented by Jerrilynn Eby MacGregor of the Stafford County Historical Society. Stafford County has played a vital role in the founding of this nation, from the original settlements of the families of our Founding Fathers to the construction of a num... Read More

Some of the dishes we eat today were also enjoyed by our colonial ancestors, but often with variations. Come join us in our Makerlab as we discuss the history of making cakes and quick-breads in colonial America, share the similarities and difference... Read More

Presented by Gretchen Goodell Pendleton of The George Washington Foundation. The Foundation will share their archival digitization project that is beginning in earnest this year, along with the material culture reflected in the primary documents, inc... Read More

Join us for an interactive event that explores the historic intellectual clash between two of the 18th century's most influential thinkers: the French naturalist Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon, and Thomas Jefferson. This event will delve int... Read More

VIRGINIA MUSICAL THEATRE PRESENTS THE TONY AWARD WINNING MUSICAL 1776 Just in time for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, 1776 brings history to life with wit, drama, and stirring music. Set in the sweltering summer of 1776... Read More

Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation will explore the unique and essential Virginia people, events, and sites that helped bring liberty and democracy to a nation. Commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More

Presented by Dr. Gaila Sims of the Fredericksburg Area Museum. In 1824 and 1825, the Marquis de Lafayette visited the city of Fredericksburg as part of his multiyear Grand Tour of the United States. Lafayette was an extraordinary individual who made ... Read More

Presented by Kathi Lynn Austin of the Freedom Forge Foundation and Jerrilynn Eby MacGregor of the Stafford County Historical Society. During the American Revolutionary War, James Hunter was one of the largest producers of arms and supplies to the Con... Read More

Presented by Connie S. Schroeder. The likes of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin are all well-known Founding Fathers. However, outside of the main individuals taught to every student in school, there were dozens of additional... Read More

Bring the family to Battersea to view the encampment, participate in activities, tour the Villa and watch the battle reenactments which will take place on both days! Free admission. Food and Beverages available for purchase. See full schedule be... Read More

Presented by Gail S. Watson of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Falls Church Chapter. Researching genealogy can prove difficult across all mediums, but many individuals experience setbacks when examining their ancestral history in the years ... Read More

Presented by Jerrilynn Eby MacGregor of the Stafford County Historical Society. Aquia Creek was at one point a major commercial waterway from the mid-1600s up until the early 1900s, in contrast to its modern geography. Three deep-water landings recei... Read More

Presented by Dr. Jason Sellers, University of Mary Washington. The colonial unrest that led to the American Revolution offered opportunities for diverse Americans to pursue freedom. This program will discuss the roles Native nations on Virginia�... Read More

Jayne Blair will be the guest speak at the annual Greene County Historical Society's Meeting. She is a member of the D.A.R. (Daughters of the American Revolution) . She will present "The US Constitution - How & Why We Got It". ... Read More

Around 1758, Scottish merchant James Hunter commenced an iron manufactory a short distance up the Rappahannock River from Falmouth. His business grew into what is arguably the largest manufacturing facility in colonial America. During the American Re... Read More

This is a 2 day event to highlight the story of Hunter's Iron Works. James Hunter's Iron Works, also known as Rappahannock Forge, was located east of Falmouth. It was Stafford's major industrial enterprise and one of Virginia's and America's ear... Read More

Presented by Dr. Will Mackintosh, Associate Professor at the University of Mary Washington. Looking backwards, the political decision to break with Great Britain and declare independence looks obvious. Because we all know what happened over the next ... Read More

Embark on an unforgettable adventure at the Sail Yorktown Festival, an official SailVirginia℠ 2026 Affiliate Harbor event! From June 12–14, 2026, witness breathtaking tall ships and military vessels as they grace the York River. The exci... Read More

In June 2026, Norfolk, Hampton Roads, and Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay region will welcome an international fleet of tall ships, military vessels, and character ships to commemorate the U.S.’s 250th anniversary. This milestone maritime fes... Read More

In celebration of America's 250th birthday, Cape Charles will be a Sail Virginia 2026 affiliate harbor and will welcome three tall ships to SailFest Cape Charles from June 19th to the 21st, 2026. The beautiful sailing vessels visiting Cape Charles Ly... Read More

Presented by Jerrilynn Eby MacGregor of the Stafford County Historical Society. Stafford County has played a vital role in the founding of this nation, from the original settlements of the families of our Founding Fathers to the construction of a num... Read More

To help commemorate the 250th birthday of the United States, for seven days in June 2026, more than 55 ships from 20 nations will engage with residents and visitors in ports and harbors across the Chesapeake Bay region in events and programs symbolic... Read More

Each year, Spotsylvania County hosts its Stars & Stripes Spectacular on the Saturday before July 4. Come celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence by joining us for this popular patriotic festival, featuring historical tours, live musi... Read More

Montpelier Chapter, NSDAR will have a walking unit in the Greene County 4th of July parade in 2026. The chapter members will be passing out miniature scrolls of the Declaration of Independence to the parade attendees. ... Read More

What could be more patriotic than spending America's 250th on the grounds of George Washington's Boyhood Home? Celebrate Independence Day the Revolutionary Way with acres of activities for all ages! Play colonial games, tour the Washington House,... Read More

Get ready for an exciting adventure through time at our annual Dino Festival! Join us for this interactive family festival celebrating amazing giants from all major eras of prehistoric life. Virginia Museum of Natural History Associate Curator of Pal... Read More

Presented by Shannon Combs-Bennett. DNA testing in genealogy can be a confusing and complicated process, but, when understood, can provide insight into your genetic origins and help you find new family connections. Moreover, it may showcase which reg... Read More

Come witness the dramatic interpretation of the signing of the Dissenters' Petition that occurred throughout Virginia in 1776. The petition had 10,000 names and the signers were from many walks of life.... Read More