May 2025 Events Newsletter
The Revolutionary Rumble
Your monthly guide to events commemorating Virginia’s key role in the founding of our nation as we approach America’s 250th birthday.
Virtual
Red Hill Rediscovered: Patrick Henry’s Early Years
Join Patrick Henry Jolly for a look into the ancestry and childhood of Patrick Henry. This virtual talk will be streamed LIVE on Red Hill’s social media pages.
MAY 1-2
Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg: Dancing at the Governor’s Palace
“Virginians will dance or die,” wrote an 18th-century diarist. What better time than the 21st century to learn a few “new” dance steps? Prepare to experience one of the favorite pastimes of colonial Virginians. The dancers will discuss various types of 18th-century dances, from country dances to minuets, and demonstrate them for the audience. At various intervals throughout the program, you will be asked if you wish to participate in the fun.
MAY 1-5
Williamsburg
Secrets of the Chocolate Maker
Almost everyone loves chocolate — especially in cooking. Find out how chocolate was used in 18th-century recipes and learn about the work involved in making it: roasting, shelling, and crushing the cocoa beans, then flavoring with spices.
MAY 2
Albemarle County
Step aboard a hand-built James River batteau and experience Virginia’s past like never before. At James River Batteau Company, we craft unforgettable evenings that blend the region’s rich, often-forgotten history with the pleasures of local food, live music, and the serene beauty of the James River.
Culpeper County
To honor National Historic Preservation Month, Historic Germanna invites you to step back in time to explore the architectural legacy of Salubria. Exclusive, small-group tours focus on the architecture, history, and ongoing preservation efforts of this remarkable site. Get up close and personal with the remarkable craftmanship of the house, made by hand by 18th century free and enslaved craftspeople, and augmented by later preservation projects. Visitors will even have the chance to experience the rarely-seen second floor and cellar.
Henrico County
Hand Crafted: The Art of Weaving
The role of fabric production in eighteenth-century America, basic weaving concepts and techniques will be covered. Then, using lap looms, registered participants will produce an example of a handwoven textile. All instruction and supplies will be provided.
Richmond
America’s Founding Story: Church Hill Neighborhood Walking Tour
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 the revolutionary history of the Church Hill neighborhood — from historic St. John’s Church to Benedict Arnold’s raid on Richmond and beyond.
MAY 2-3
Bedford County
Architectural Restoration Behind the Scenes Tours
Since 1989, using Jefferson’s documents and letters as their guide, Poplar Forest’s Restoration Department has worked to restore the villa to its Jefferson-era appearance. See the recently completed frieze in the parlor entablature, the restored fireplaces and the freshly repainted interior, and learn about the meticulous restoration of what Jefferson affectionately called the “Best dwelling house in the state…” on an hour-long tour guided with Austin Englund, Restoration Supervisor.
MAY 2-4
Hanover County
Historic Hanover Tavern will host 21 hand-selected dealers offering for sale a variety of period furniture, ceramics, silver, pottery, jewelry, art, books, linens, folk art, and much more. It promises to be a fun and educational weekend. All proceeds from this event support Hanover Tavern Foundation.
MAY 3
Alexandria
Specialty Tour: Peeling Back the Layers
Explore the 18th century buildings, including spaces rarely opened to the public. From graffiti in the attic to clues in the basement about the building’s construction date, learn to “read” a building and its changes through time.
Alexandria
Preservation Tours: Lost Buildings of Alexandria-The Waterfront
In honor of National Preservation Month, join Carlyle House and Lee-Fendall House on a tour of “Lost Alexandria.” Explore parts of the historic neighborhood of Fishtown and what is now Founder’s Park. Learn why these buildings were not preserved.
Alexandria
Carlyle House Family Fun Day – Garden Gathering
Come join your friends on the Carlyle House Magnolia Terrace for Family Fun Day on the first Saturday of the month from April-November. You can sit in on story time that starts at the top of the hour and participate in crafts and other activities that relate to the theme of the month. For all ages.
Hanover County
Have you ever wanted to experience life in an 18th-century American Revolution encampment? Join us for another Scotchtown signature 250th event as Patrick Henry’s Hanover Independent Company gathers at Scotchtown before heading to Williamsburg to demand Lord Dunmore, the Royal Governor of the Colony of Virginia, return the gunpowder from the magazine.
Henrico County
Paper View: Protecting & Preserving Your Family’s Documents
Do you have letters, photographs, diaries, or other family documents that you don’t know what to do with? Discover safe and cost effective ways to preserve your family’s history.
Richmond
Roots of Revolution: Shockoe Bottom Neighborhood Walking Tour
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 explore this historic neighborhood that was both the center of the domestic slave trade and the birthplace of American religious liberty. We’ll visit Richmond’s canal walk, explore the remnants of Richmond’s industrial origins, and stop by the Henry “Box” Brown monument.
Richmond
Step into a world of elegance at the Spring Ball at Historic Tuckahoe. Don your finest 18th- or 19th-century attire (or Sunday Best) for an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and revelry. This event will be held at the stunning 18th-century Manor House in the heart of central Virginia.
Prince William County
Behind the Scenes Tour of Rippon Lodge
The tour will take visitors to areas of the historic house normally not open to the public. This hard hat tour will explore the historic spaces that can be seen only on this tour.
MAY 3-4
Fairfax County
Step back in time during a Revolutionary War encampment at Mount Vernon. The estate’s serene 12-acre field transforms into a battleground as Continentals, Redcoats, and Hessians conduct military drills, demonstrations, and engage in 18th-century tacticals. Visit with camp followers and walk through a recreation of George Washington’s War Tent.
New Kent County
A 250th Anniversary Commemoration, highlighting Patrick Henry’s march through New Kent in 1775 will kickoff on May 2 in the New Kent County Administration Boardroom with a lecture by Mike Cecere. May 3-4, tour the VA250 Mobile Museum, hear Patrick Henry speak, watch drills, demos and enjoy food trucks. In addition, a reenactment of the 1775 encampment by the 7th Virginia will take place May 2-4.
MAY 4
Isle of Wight
From the site’s pre-colonial existence to the present day, Windsor Castle tells the fascinating history of the development of Smithfield. Join us for this walking tour through history as we explore the house and several of the outbuildings.
Loudoun County
Historic Site Marking at Belmont
A DAR historic site marker will be unveiled at the Belmont Manor House.
Loudoun County
To kickoff National Historic Preservation Month, come experience Waterford’s history from 1733 to today at the Waterford Open House. Some of Waterford’s iconic buildings – like the Waterford Mill and the Second Street School – will be open for visitors to come and explore, and learn more about the history of this area through activities for all ages.
Richmond
Richmond and the Republic: Court End Neighborhood Walking Tour
Explore Richmond’s Federal-era history on this walking tour of the Valentine Museum’s Court End Neighborhood. In the years following the American Revolution, Court End became an affluent area where power players gathered in close proximity to the newly-established Virginia State Capitol.
Rockbridge County
The Bikecentennial in Rockbridge: 500+ Years of History along Route 76
Join the Rockbridge Historical Society, VA250, and the Bike 76 VA project for a presentation coupling local history and recreation, by VA Tech Professor Tom Ewing and RHS Executive Director Eric Wilson. Ewing’s slideshow (and selections from his 30-episode podcast focusing on Natural Bridge, Irish Creek, and the Blue Ridge Parkway) will set the stage for a commemorative community bike ride in 2026.
MAY 6
Albemarle County
Pursuits of Knowledge: Conversations at Monticello
“Jefferson & Adams: A Stage Play” by Howard Ginsberg with Bill Barker, Abigail Schumann, and Sam Goodyear. Join us for our ongoing “Pursuits of Knowledge” series, featuring programs that explore the past and present to help us think about our modern world. These eclectic offerings include discussions on recent publications, a theatric performance, and a dynamic conversation about the important role that museums play in sharing women’s history.
Virtual
Virtual Battle Brief – Prelude to Yorktown: The Battle of Green Spring, 1781
During the cagey maneuvers of veteran British and American forces in Virginia leading up to the Siege of Yorktown in 1781, troops under the Marquis de Lafayette and Lt. Gen. Charles, Lord Cornwallis faced off in a short but bloody battle on the banks of the James River on July 6. Discover the story of the Battle of Green Spring during the Revolutionary War with military historian and Museum educator John Maass and learn how this close-range battle nearly destroyed a contingent of the Patriots’ Army only three months before the war’s culminating military operation.
MAY 8
Bedford County
Jefferson’s Curiosities: The Virginia Wine Industry
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 natural sciences, and more .Christine Vrooman of Ankida Ridge Vineyards joins Poplar Forest to discuss one of Jefferson’s most famous passions: wine.
Leesburg
From Subject to Citizen: What Americans Need to Know About Their Revolution
Historian Nancy Spannaus offers a deeper understanding of the American Revolution and what we are truly celebrating as we approach America’s 250th birthday next year.
MAY 8-10
Norfolk
Celebrate Mother’s Day with afternoon tea at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant.
MAY 9
Fairfax County
Sip on period cocktails and sample historic foods while you enjoy the serenity of Mason Neck by candlelight. Situated in the heart of the historic property, this event offers the perfect opportunity to relax with friends and loved ones.
Isle of Wight County
LUNCH & LEARN: Happy 274th Birthday, Josiah Parker!
Born May 11, 1751, in Isle of Wight County, Josiah Parker was an American politician, Revolutionary War officer, local militia commander, member of the Continental Congress and Virginia planter who served in the U.S. House of Representatives. This lecture will highlight his life, career and influence on Isle of Wight County.
MAY 10
Albemarle County
Film Screening: The Piccirilli Factor
This film explores the lives and contributions of the Piccirilli family, Italian sculptors who, after settling in New York City in 1888, founded the largest and most prolific marble carving studio in America. The film highlights the role of Attilio Piccirilli, who carved the marble sculpture of James Monroe that stands at Highland.
Albemarle County
May Open House and Plant Sale at CHP
Celebrate spring with a visit to Monticello’s plant nursery, the Center for Historic Plants, set within inspiring display gardens in their full spring glory.
Alexandria
Specialty Tour: Peeling Back the Layers
Explore the 18th century buildings, including spaces rarely opened to the public. From graffiti in the attic to clues in the basement about the building’s construction date, learn to “read” a building and its changes through time.
Bedford County
Public Archaeology Day at Poplar Forest
Join Poplar Forest’s Department of Archaeology and Landscapes for a day of discovery and community. Dig and screen for artifacts at the 1857 Slave Dwelling with our staff – gloves provided. Not a fan of dirt? Visitors can also wash artifacts and learn about the history of the dwelling and the people who lived there from our archaeologists.
Craig County
A Revolutionary Day in New Castle!
Historical reenactors from the Fincastle Company will display life in the late 18th century on the courthouse lawn. There you might find women spinning wool, militia men polishing their muskets, and maybe even a British Red Coat. Learn American history as you engage with them in our custom-made scavenger hunt and win colonial-era prizes.
Fairfax County
Lives, Loves, and Loss: Remembering the Families
Learn about the enslaved families at George Washington’s Mount Vernon with a guided tour, family activity, and ceremonial remembrance for all ages. Bring your own family stories of love and loss that connect you to the past, and learn about the families of Boatswain and Myrtilla, Hercules and Alice, and other families who suffered the loss of loved ones.
Loudoun County
Charles Fenton Mercer and the Federalist Legacy in Loudoun County
You may have seen his name on a boat at Great Falls Park, or on signage at Aldie Mill, but to most Loudouners, Charles Fenton Mercer is an unknown. Public historian Nancy Spannaus will bring his career to life and highlight the man and his significant contributions to Loudoun, Virginia, and the nation.
Roanoke
Uncover the art, science, and history of natural dyeing in this hands-on adult workshop. Explore plant-based dyes used in the 18th century, and take home a hand-dyed creation—no experience needed.
MAY 13
Fairfax County
Battle Brief – Prelude to Yorktown: The Battle of Green Spring, 1781
During the cagey maneuvers of veteran British and American forces in Virginia leading up to the Siege of Yorktown in 1781, troops under the Marquis de Lafayette and Lt. Gen. Charles, Lord Cornwallis faced off in a short but bloody battle on the banks of the James River on July 6. Discover the story of the Battle of Green Spring during the Revolutionary War with military historian and Museum educator John Maass and learn how this close-range battle nearly destroyed a contingent of the Patriots’ Army only three months before the war’s culminating military operation.
MAY 14-18
Isle of Wight County
In conjunction with the annual Smithfield Arts Festival which celebrates visual, performing, culinary and literary arts, the VA250 Mobile Museum will visit Smithfield. Titled “Out of Many, One,” this hands-on, interactive and immersive museum on wheels will be parked next to the Isle of Wight County Museum for five days before traveling to its next destination with key stories of Virginia’s rich history.
MAY 15
Lancaster County
An Evening with Clay Jenkinson and Lindsay Chervinsky
Two of America’s leading historians join forces for a special program inside Christ Church that explores one of the enduring themes in the American experience: the struggle for religious liberty and its enshrinement in the First Amendment. Join presidential historian Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky and humanities scholar Clay Jenkinson for a discussion of the history of the First Amendment and Virginia’s unique role defending freedom of religion.
MAY 16
Albemarle County
Step aboard a hand-built James River batteau and experience Virginia’s past like never before. At James River Batteau Company, we craft unforgettable evenings that blend the region’s rich, often-forgotten history with the pleasures of local food, live music, and the serene beauty of the James River.
MAY 16-18
Fairfax County
Taste unlimited samples of wines from Virginia’s finest wineries at Mount Vernon’s Spring Wine Festival. Relax on the east lawn overlooking the Potomac River as you experience George Washington’s estate after hours.
MAY 17
Accomack County
Join us for an unforgettable day of music featuring the vibrant sounds of Irie Tree Band, the electrifying energy of Thunderstruck, and the classic hits of 38 Special. Adding to the local flavor and historical significance, representatives from the local VA250 commissions will be onsite. Stop by their tables to discover more about the upcoming commemorations and initiatives planned for the 250th anniversary of Virginia’s role in the founding of our nation. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with your community and learn about the exciting ways our region will be participating in this momentous milestone.
Alexandria
Concert in the Garden-Armato/De Sapio Duo
Join the Armato/De Sapio Duo for a delightful al fresco concert of rarely performed music for violin and guitar. Enjoy works by Paganini, Margola, Giuliani, Rodrigo, and more in the idyllic surroundings of Carlyle House — music that is entertaining, elegant, and easygoing.
Alexandria
Discovering Alexandria Architecture Walking Tour
Alexandria has grown from a small town in the 18th century to a bustling small city in the 21st century. Join us for a tour of Alexandria as we explore looking at the various architecture styles that adorn the city streets and make it one of the best places to live and work.
Alexandria
Specialty Tour: Peeling Back the Layers
Explore the 18th century buildings, including spaces rarely opened to the public. From graffiti in the attic to clues in the basement about the building’s construction date, learn to “read” a building and its changes through time.
Fairfax County
Celebrate the pups of the revolution with same-day dog adoptions from Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and live demonstrations featuring Virginian foxhounds and horses. Bring your four-legged friend! The first 50 visitors with dogs will get a free Mount Vernon leash and bowl.
Isle of Wight County
Join us for this presentation featuring U.S. postage stamps commemorating our fight for independence and learn of Isle of Wight County’s connection to the opening shots of the Battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775, which are considered the start of the American Revolutionary War.
Smyth County
Domestic Life on the Frontier During the Revolution
Join the Settlers Museum of Southwest Virginia in celebrating VA250. Learn what life was like on the frontier at the time of the American Revolution through demonstrations and special presentations.
Westmoreland County
Stratford Hall Preservation Tour: Behind the Scenes
Have you ever wondered what it takes to preserve and restore a historic house like the Great House at Stratford Hall? Now is your chance to learn all about it. What a better way to celebrate National Preservation Month than to join Stratford Hall’s Director of Preservation, Phil Mark, for a behind-the-scenes preservation tour of the 18th-century Great House.
MAY 18
Albemarle County
Highland welcomes you to native plant swap with the Piedmont Master Gardeners. We’ll have lots of healthy, hearty starter plants for your summer gardens and a community table where swappers can share their (pest free!) plants, drop pots and pottery, and other garden goods.
Gloucester County
Give Me Liberty… Raising the County Militia in 1775
Step back in time at the Historic Colonial Courthouse. Join us as tensions rise — Lord Dunmore has seized the gunpowder, Patrick Henry is rallying the militia, and the colonies stand at a crossroads. Will you stay loyal to the Crown or march with the rebels? Discover Gloucester’s role in the fight for liberty and the origins of the Virginia Bill of Rights.
Henrico County
A Case of Unwise Passions: The Mystery at Glenlyvar
This 1791 murder was so macabre that even the physical landmarks have all but disappeared. In this presentation, we will examine the criminal case that rocked 18th century Virginia in which John Marshall and Patrick Henry were notable defense lawyers.
Loudoun County
The Overlooked Legacy of Lafayette’s 1824 Tour
Lecture on Lafayette’s influence on U.S. policy, with special emphasis on the 1824 tour.
Mathews County
The Mathews VA250 Committee, the Mathews Museum and the Mathews County Historical Society invite the Mathews community, neighbors and friends, in celebrating and commemorating our Commonwealth’s place in the nation’s history at a patriotic concert. The Courthouse Community Orchestra, under the direction of Staff Sergeant Jarrett Kocan, U.S.A.F., will entertain with patriotic music and music from the times.
Middlesex County
The speaker will be Stuart L. Butler, former assistant branch chief of the Military Archives Division of the National Archives and author of Defending the Old Dominion: Virginia and its Militia in the War of 1812. The event will be hosted at Millmont. Built as a half house in 1810 along the southern shore of the Rappahannock River, the residents could have witnessed the journey of the ships that sailed to and from the Corrotoman River from which the most significant of those battles of 1812 took place.
MAY 20
Fairfax County
Sewing Demonstrations: Reconstructing Historic Clothing
Watch as the yellow silk gown that Martha Washington wore to her wedding to George Washington, as well as the clothing worn by the enslaved people at Mount Vernon, are reconstructed by Kathrin Breitt Brown, Mount Vernon’s historical costumer, and Brooke Welborn of Adventures in Mantua Making.
Fluvanna County
John Settle: The Virginia Continental Line in the Revolution’s Southern Campaign
John Settle speaks at the Fluvanna County Library about his newly published book. A native of Fluvanna County, Settle served as a Fluvanna Historical Society college intern. He then worked at Williamsburg as an interpreter before teaching high school in Powhatan County.
THROUGH MAY 24
Alexandria
Women’s History Walk led by Alexandria Celebrates Women
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 woman on a mission aboard a U.S. battleship? As part of America’s 250th anniversary, Alexandria Celebrates Women will be leading Women’s History Walks.
Alexandria
Specialty Tour: Peeling Back the Layers
Explore the 18th century buildings, including spaces rarely opened to the public. From graffiti in the attic to clues in the basement about the building’s construction date, learn to “read” a building and its changes through time.
Henrico County
In this workshop, you will create a small magazine or zine from a single piece of folded paper. Each page of your zine has an area where you can put a relative’s name; a small icon, drawing, or picture; their relationship to you; and a favorite memory.
Isle of Wight County
Cemetery Preservation Workshop
The Cemetery Preservation Workshop is a free program designed to educate volunteers on the necessary training needed to safely preserve and protect historic tombstones and markers. This program promotes engagement and preservation of the church cemetery through education and practical experience.
MAY 25
Westmoreland County
A History of Stepfamilies in Early America
Based on her book of the same name, “A History of Stepfamilies in Early America,” Lisa Wilson counters the modern notion that stepfamilies are the unique burden of the present. They were, in fact, quite common in the historical past and were the subject of popular culture and the lived experience of many. George Washington’s family was one such stepfamily.
MAY 26
Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg: Memorial Day Commemoration
The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation honors the men and women of the United States military who sacrificed their lives to defend our nation with a traditional wreath-laying ceremony.
THROUGH MAY 26
Mathews County
Founding Frenemies: Hamilton and the Virginians
This traveling exhibit from the Virginia Museum of History and Culture, will be on exhibit at the Mathews Museum. Cosponsored by VA250, the Mathews Museum and the Mathews County Historical Society, the exhibit complements Lin-Manuel Miranda’s award-winning Broadway production of “Hamilton,” which tells the story of Alexander Hamilton’s relationships with George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison. These Virginians were among his most influential allies and his worst enemies.
THROUGH MAY 27
Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg: Palace Concert
The regal palace of the royal governor comes to life as Colonial Williamsburg’s early music ensemble, the Governor’s Musick, offers an elegant evening of chamber music showcasing 17th and 18th-century music for harpsichord, voice, flute, and strings.
MAY 29
Charlotte County
Naturalization Ceremony & Patrick Henry’s Birthday
The Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation will host its annual naturalization ceremony on the grounds of Red Hill, Henry’s last home and burial place, on the patriot’s 289th birthday. A more fitting venue than the home of Patrick Henry would be hard to find for welcoming new citizens to the United States. Henry’s impassioned plea of “Give me liberty or give me death!” has endured as the world’s most famous cry for freedom.
Fairfax County
Author Lecture with General Stanley McChrystal: On Character
Hear from retired United States Army General Stanley McChrystal, author of “On Character: Choices That Define a Life.” Learn about an inspiring roadmap for personal growth and integrity in order to become our best selves, both as individuals and as Americans.
Loudoun County
Reluctant Witness: Nicholas Cresswell Views the Revolution from Loudoun
Raise a glass with Nicholas Cresswell! Join us at Catoctin Creek Distilling and learn about the life, travels, and observations of Cresswell, an English visitor to Loudoun and America as the Revolutionary War broke out.
Virtual
America at 250: A Nationwide Commemoration, a panel discussion
How will historic sites, foundations, and other organizations commemorate the American Revolution’s semiquincentennial starting this year? Join public historians Allison Wickens, Beth Hill, and Daniel Davis for a panel discussion about upcoming 250th anniversary events, programs, and exhibits across the country focused on the Revolutionary era and its importance to Americans today.
MAY 30
Alexandria
Alexandria’s Treasures: Escape Room Edition
Discover objects rarely on view from Historic Alexandria’s vast collections as you use them to solve the puzzle. Drop in or stay the whole time for puzzle stations, curator chats, and cash bar.
Fairfax County
Symposium – The Revolutionary War 250: The Early Years
The National Museum of the US Army will present a free full day symposium focusing on the first two years of the Revolutionary War to highlight the 250th anniversary of the Army’s founding, and the opening of the museum’s new special exhibit next year, “Call to Arms: The Soldier and the Revolutionary War.”
THROUGH MAY 30
Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg: Cry Witch
You decide! Is Grace Sherwood a witch? Question witnesses. Weigh evidence. Finally, cast your vote for the guilt or innocence of “the Virginia Witch.” Not appropriate for young children due to subject matter and intense emotion.
MAY 30-31
Bedford County
Playwright Teresa Harris’s original drama returns to Jefferson’s plantation for two performances only. Drawn from real-life experiences of the men and women who were enslaved at Poplar Forest, the trilogy explores the complexity of their lives and their struggles to survive.
Gloucester County
Public Archaeology Digs at Abingdon Episcopal Church
The Fairfield Foundation is excited to collaborate with Abingdon Church on another public archaeology excavation for the parish’s anniversary celebrations in 2025. Our goal is to unite the congregation and our broader community in the search for the 17th-century Abingdon Church. This buried church served as the residence for many in the congregation during the American Revolution, even though they relocated to the third and current church in the mid-1750s.
MAY 31
Alexandria
Specialty Tour: Peeling Back the Layers
Explore the 18th century buildings, including spaces rarely opened to the public. From graffiti in the attic to clues in the basement about the building’s construction date, learn to “read” a building and its changes through time.
Chesapeake
Join the Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways History Foundation as we kick off our 250th anniversary year with authors and historians Mark Maloy, Kate Gruber, and Rob Orrison. They will discuss the tumultuous events of 1775, how Virginians are reacting to those events, and what leads to the Battle of Great Bridge. This panel discussion will take you back 250 years to better understand the first year of the American Revolution.
Richmond
Agriculture is Virginia’s largest private industry. Hundreds of small farms and producers provide the fruits, vegetables, meats, and cheeses that Virginia’s award-winning chefs use to create dishes inspired by fresh, regional ingredients. Join the Virginia Museum of History & Culture for an excursion to three agricultural sites in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains to learn about the history and practices of artisanal ‘Virginia Eats.’ In connection with the VMHC’s 250th commemorations, several of the sites have links to Virginia’s revolutionary and colonial history.
MAY 30-JUNE 1
Hampton
Enjoy the sights and sounds of 18th-century Hampton overrun by pirates. Hampton’s waterfront comes alive with dozens of pirate re-enactors, costumed in historically accurate garb, who transform today’s Hampton into the busy seaport of yesterday.
THROUGH MAY 31
Henrico County
Tell Your Story and Record Your History
To help commemorate the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth, the Henrico Recreation History Team wants you to tell your story and record your history. In the recording studio, we will have equipment available for you to tell us about your life in Henrico and the stories you know from other people in Henrico.
Williamsburg
Treat the animal lover in your life to this one-hour walking tour of Colonial Williamsburg’s modern stables and Rare Breeds Program. During this behind-the-scenes tour, you’ll see some of our animals, discuss their care, and may see a carriage get hitched.
Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg: Fifes & Drums March
Lose yourself in the Spirit of ’76! Hear the stirring sounds of Revolutionary War field music, courtesy of the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes & Drums. Join the corps as they march down Duke of Gloucester Street.
