A Tapestry: Reflecting on the 2024 “A Common Cause To All” Convening of States By Mike Frontiero VA250 Huzzah! The echoes of fife and drum still resonate as we reflect on the inspiring “A Common Cause to All” conference held in Colonial Williamsburg. Nearly 450 commemoration planners from 37 states registered for this year’s gathering,...

VA250 conference calls for unity in America’s 250th anniversary commemoration A resounding call for unity opened the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission’s (VA250) “A Common Cause to All” conference as keynote dinner speakers emphasized the importance of an inclusive commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary while honoring the revolutionary spirit of 1776. Colonial Williamsburg Foundation President...

A Revolutionary Voice Hannah Lee Corbin and the Fight for Representation By Mike Frontiero VA250 In the clamor for independence, one voice stood out – not for its booming volume, but for its audacity. Hannah Lee Corbin, from Virginia’s prominent Lee family in Westmoreland County, defied the limitations placed on women of her time. Born...

MARCH 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble History enthusiasts and patriots, unite! “March” into the Revolutionary spirit with the latest edition of the Revolutionary Rumble. Get ready to uncover inspiring stories, explore historic sites, and celebrate the spirit of independence that shaped a nation. Mark these events on your calendar! FIND EVENTS NEAR YOU  ...

James Armistead Lafayette Patriot & Double Agent One of the most prominent black Virginians to serve the newly independent United States during the American Revolution was a man history would know as “James Armistead Lafayette.” He would never personally use “Armistead” his surname and “Lafayette” wouldn’t come until much later in his life. James was...

America’s 250th commemoration needs your voice by Senator Mamie Locke VA250 Vice Chair As an African American woman serving as vice chair of the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission and chair of its African American Advisory Council, I’ve been asked, “Why are you playing a key role in leading a commemoration of the 250th anniversary...

FEBRUARY 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble Part 2 Attention, fellow patriots and history buffs! Drumroll, please, for the mid-February edition of the Revolutionary Rumble! This update holds more exciting events to ignite your Revolutionary spirit and we’re thrilled to bring you all the details. Mark your calendars, polish your tricornes, and prepare to delve...

FEBRUARY 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble Unleash your patriotic spirit with our February Must-Dos Huzzah and hoist the colors! Welcome to “The Revolutionary Rumble,” your one-stop shop for all things American Revolution 250th anniversary in Virginia! Buckle up, history buffs, because we’re about to embark on a powder-keg-packed journey through events that even King...

JANUARY 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble Forget resolutions, embrace revolutions! Must-do 250 events in Virginia this month Welcome to the inaugural edition of “The Revolutionary Rumble” – your monthly guide to navigating the exciting landscape of events commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution across our great Commonwealth! As the drums of liberty...

Virginia’s capitol marks pivotal 1781 attack with multi-day program Jan 4 – 7 Contact: Mike Frontiero mfrontiero@va250.virginia.gov 804-823-9016 RICHMOND, VA (January 3, 2024) – The Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250), in partnership with the National Park Service, St. John’s Church Foundation, Henrico County Public Library, and Henrico County Recreation and Parks, will host a...